Natural Resources Permitting Coordinator

What you'd do

• Preparation and coordination of environmental permitting for a variety of project and programs supporting NiSource and Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania.
• Coordinates and/or performs required environmental activities necessary to ensure environmental programs and permits are properly implemented and attain 100% compliance, including field investigations to verify conformance with engineering and construction plans.
• Coordinates with affected business partners to align business operational needs and constraints with efficient and effective environmental risk minimization and mitigation.
• Maintains a working knowledge of current environmental regulations and the regulatory process.
• Analyzes and interprets environmental related rules, regulations, policies and guidelines as necessary to meet applicable requirements and/or corporate directives.
• Oversee environmental resource surveys, environmental report and/or assessment preparation, and other environmental permitting.
• Partner with construction field personnel to achieve compliance goals and meet regulatory requirements. Engage in problem solving dialogue and provide recommendations for improvement and compliance.
• Participate in and/or lead meetings, training sessions, and calls with internal stakeholders and external partners including contractors, agencies, and associations.
• Supports and implements compliance and proactive environmental systems and programs.
• Utilizes existing systems, processes and procedures to identify and communicate opportunities for environmental related continuous improvement.

What they want

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Environmental Science, or related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted.
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years relevant experience is required for this position.
• Working knowledge of natural resources permitting requirements (e.g., wetland and waterbody crossings, earth disturbance, threatened and endangered species) in the state of Pennsylvania with a specific focus on environmental regulations related to the energy industry.
• Knowledge of energy industry operations.
• Strong learning agility skills and ability to adapt to a consistently changing environment.
• Self-directed aptitude and willing to contribute in a wide array of environmental disciplines.
• Ability to work cooperatively and build consensus within a diverse working group.
• Ability to use professional judgment and work in a self-directed manner with an appropriate level of direct supervision.
• Well-developed analytical and communication skills.
• Competent in the use of electronic spreadsheets and word processing software.