Specialist III/Sr., Environmental - Southern Company
Naperville, IL
About the Job
Applicant must have the ability to provide experienced environmental support for existing and future system needs at Nicor
Primary responsibilities will include performing environmental permitting reviews, regulatory and policy interpretation, and development of permitting and compliance strategies in support of Nicor’s operations and construction activities
Applicant must have the ability to support multiple projects with varying levels of scale and environmental needs/requirements
Individual must maintain knowledge of Company procedures and pertinent federal, state, and local environmental regulations and policies, have the ability to effectively interface with internal and external customers and agencies, as well as be able to assist in resolving complex environmental matters
The position is located at Nicor’s headquarters in Naperville, Illinois
Job Overview:
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert environmental support for new and existing natural gas infrastructure including conducting due diligence evaluations, managing operations and construction environmental permitting, providing training, evaluating or interpreting regulations, plans, and procedures to ensure compliance, and interfacing with contractors, internal customers and environmental agencies
This position requires competency to consult necessary resources, work independently and ability to take initiative within a dynamic work environment
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Supports the company's compliance with environmental requirements
+ Conducts or manages environmental permitting/consultation/authorization activities related to natural gas pipeline systems, including underground natural gas storage and related ancillary facilities
+ Manages environmental permitting of projects from initial development and planning, through permitting and construction to restoration or final closure of the site
+ Support company’s hazardous and regulated waste management program
+ Supports environmental aspects of company operations through compliance, reporting, field inspection/monitoring and stewardship/sustainability/social goals
+ Performs comprehensive environmental due diligence or desktop reviews during planning of construction projects or other ground-disturbing activities
+ Provides the necessary support to the Environmental Affairs team to resolve environmental matters
+ Interacts with Federal, State, and Local regulators on behalf of the company
+ Performs training to internal and external customers
+ Drafting or maintaining plans, such as Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC) or Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
+ Manages stormwater drainage issues and oversight of environmental compliance requirements for vegetation maintenance activities
+ Conducts field surveys and site visits as needed, including to conduct compliance reviews and meetings with construction and inspection personnel
+ Monitors and analyzes environmental policies and regulations that affect the company and its customers
+ Assists with environmental compliance audits
+ Provides supply chain or controls duties, including maintaining current consultant contracts, purchase orders, and invoices
Education / Degree Qualifications
Required: + BA/BS in physical or natural science, including Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or similar) or other related discipline or similar combination of education and work experience
Preferred: + MS in physical or natural science, including Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or similar) or other related discipline
Work Experience & Skills:
Required + Valid driver's license + Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and either waste and remediation management for pipelines, or environmental natural resources permitting, compliance, environmental liability management
+ Experience in environmental natural resources permitting and compliance activities, especially the Endangered Species Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, floodplain/floodway regulations, and Clean Water Act (incl
stormwater, _waters of the U.S._ , NPDES and water quality certification) + Working knowledge of stormwater best management practices for construction activities
+ Ability to read and understand standard pipeline construction design and stormwater plans
+ Strong organizational and project management skills with an ability to adapt to a changing and fast-paced team environment
+ Computer skills, including the use of GIS systems, SharePoint and other databases
Preferred + Permitting and environmental compliance for linear utility construction activities
+ Experience with managing construction waste management activities for a utility, including compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations
+ Experience with state and local permitting and compliance activities for pipeline or utility company
+ Experience managing large or complex projects with significant environmental implications, such as the impacts or risks associated with different construction methods or techniques
+ Experience managing environmental inspector(s) during construction or restoration activities
+ Experience or understanding of wetland and waterbody delineation principles
+ Stormwater management or erosion and sediment control training or certification + Experience preparing SWPPP or SPCC plans
+ Experience managing and preparing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) submittals or documentation
+ Experience with Environmental Information Management Systems (EMIS) or other compliance solutions
+ Participation in industry associations or professional organizations
+ Working knowledge of environmental best practices across the energy or environmental industry
+ Experience and/or familiarity with environmental justice principles
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Travel requirements: + This position may require travel within the Nicor service area in northern Illinois on an occasional to regular (5-20% travel) basis
Most travel does not require an overnight stay, but some trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights an estimated two to three times per year
On-call duties: + This position will require the ability to respond to urgent environmental issues when contacted during traditional and non-traditional work hours, as issues arise
On-call duties are estimated as 20% year
Physical demands: + This position frequently requires prolonged standing or walking, ability to lift minimum 20 pounds Work environment: + This position will be located in an office environment and may be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions when working with field operations, conducting facility inspections, facilitating assessments, etc
Disclaimer
: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job
The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company
Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas
Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities
For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies
Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission
The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services
Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050
Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success
We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow
Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D
Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more
To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law
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