Environmental Scientist II

Spire Inc.•Montgomery, AL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Spire is seeking an Environmental Engineer or Scientist II to work in our tbd office. This position will be responsible for performing field inspections, permitting, waste disposal and remediation to support Spire's pipeline work and ongoing operation of natural gas facilities.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar technical degree required.
General utility knowledge preferred
Knowledge of permitting and regulatory environment required (Alabama or Missouri only)
Minimum 2-3 years professional experience required
Strong knowledge of local, state and federal environmental regulations and permitting processes
Customer-focused, teamworking and communicative
Driven to take initiative and produce high-quality results
Troubleshoots and solves problems
Adapts to circumstances and needs
Driven to advance and continue learning
Strong ethics and integrity
Dedicated to a safe work environment
Excellent written and spoken communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order be productive with multiple concurrent tasks
Energized by a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
Effective active listening skills and a positive and can-do attitude

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications - EIT, GRIT, CEP, CHMM preferred

Responsibilities

Inspect Company facilities and projects for compliance of environmental and related regulations; provide recommendations for needed corrective or preventive actions.
Perform reviews of projects flagged by Construction Engineering for environmental issues. Train Construction Engineering on environmental review process.
Secure environmental permits and complete required regulatory submittals, especially USACE permits, permits requiring special certifications, and permits with longer timelines. Oversee consultants performing permitting functions.
Manage and arrange disposal of new regulated wastes generated by the Company.
Manage and/or conduct evaluation and remediation of former manufactured gas plant sites and odorant, petroleum or other remediation and risk mitigation sites.
Track and prepare air permitting submittals. Oversee air permitting performed by consultants.
Maintain knowledge of applicable environmental regulations. Read and interpret applicable environmental regulations especially state environmental agency, EPA and OSHA regulations having direct and/or potential impact on Company operations.
Assist in preparing regulatory documentation and responses to environmental field incidents and employee questions or requests.
Assist with regulated greenhouse gas data collection and reporting.
Manage environmental projects. This includes bid proposal preparation, scheduling, oversight and budget tracking.
Assist in developing and conducting environmental training