Environmental Project Permitting Specialist

Kinder Morgan • Lakewood Township, NJ

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Environmental Project Permitting Specialist leads and supports environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for maintenance, repair, integrity, and construction projects involving natural gas, refined-products, and CO₂ pipeline systems. The position works with internal project teams, construction personnel, consultants, and regulatory agencies to obtain required approvals and support safe, timely, and environmentally responsible project execution. Work includes preparing permit applications and environmental documentation, coordinating agency consultations, conducting field evaluations, managing compliance obligations, and tracking project scope, cost, and schedule. Supported projects may include anomaly repairs, pipe replacements, hydrostatic testing, facility installations, and new development. Travel to project sites and stakeholder locations may be required.

The position may be based in Birmingham, Alabama; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Lakewood, Colorado; or Houston, Texas. It is eligible for a hybrid schedule, with in-office work Monday through Wednesday and remote work Thursday and Friday. Most work is performed in an office environment, though the role may involve field work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather, uneven or rugged terrain, exposure to odors and fumes associated with refined petroleum products, and occasional travel throughout the United States. Extended work hours may be required during emergencies or field activities. The successful candidate must complete a drug screening and background check following a conditional offer and before beginning employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or a related discipline.
• At least five years of experience in environmental permitting, consulting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience applying and ensuring compliance with federal environmental laws and permitting requirements, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission processes.
• Experience with applicable state environmental review and permitting requirements, such as the California Environmental Quality Act and Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act.
• Experience supporting environmental permitting projects across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
• Current, valid state-issued driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record, as determined by the company.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licenses, certifications, or training required by applicable agencies or the company.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
• Ability to accept direction, follow established work rules and procedures, maintain regular and predictable attendance, meet work-schedule requirements, and attend to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate issues and develop practical solutions.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and ability to work effectively in a team while maintaining a professional and respectful demeanor with coworkers, clients, vendors, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Physical capability to complete training required by applicable agencies and company policy.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions and traverse uneven or rugged terrain.
• Ability to work independently, including in remote areas without direct supervision, exercise sound judgment when a supervisor is unavailable, and plan and monitor assigned work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience obtaining environmental permits for oil and gas infrastructure, petroleum-product pipelines, facilities, or terminals.
• Working knowledge of pipeline operations and related construction and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental permitting activities for company assets and projects.
• Coordinate regulatory reviews, environmental field surveys, agency communications and negotiations, permit application submittals, and the development and implementation of mitigation measures.
• Coordinate permitting activities with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other company team members.
• Manage consultants performing permitting-related work and oversee the quality, schedule, and completion of assigned tasks.
• Solicit bids, prepare work-directive requests, track budgets, and review and manage consultant invoices.
• Assist project managers with planning, budgeting, and scheduling permitting components of assigned projects.
• Provide environmental and regulatory guidance on permitting strategies and processes, identifying opportunities to reduce project costs, risks, and schedule delays.
• Support management with permitting initiatives, program improvements, and special projects.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable environmental permitting laws, regulations, agency guidance, and requirements.
• Ensure permitting activities are completed accurately, on schedule, and in compliance with applicable requirements and permit conditions.
• Coordinate with Operations Support, Project Management, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Public Affairs, Land, and other internal groups; participate in engineering and regional field meetings; attend project site visits and bid walks as needed; and provide backup support for other permitting staff.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of company employees, assets, contractors, and the public.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts.
• Life and Accidental Death and Disability Insurance.
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability Insurance for employees and dependents.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Voluntary benefit plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior