Environmental Specialist (Power Innovation)

Williams•Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Environmental Specialist assesses environmental risk, supports environmental planning and regulatory compliance, and manages projects or programs of varying complexity. Scope, leadership responsibilities, and decision-making authority vary according to the level at which the candidate is hired (III, IV, or V). The role supports fast-paced Power Innovation projects by managing end-to-end permitting and regulatory approvals and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. It develops permitting strategies; coordinates with technical, legal, regulatory, and other project teams; manages stakeholder engagement; and tracks regulatory obligations throughout development and construction. The specialist also supports Public Utility Commission and Public Service Commission approvals, advises on conditions tied to certificates, and helps prepare assets for operational handoff. Responsibilities vary by level. Senior levels place greater emphasis on permitting strategy, regulatory negotiation, complex decision-making, and leadership of projects with significant risk and complexity. Other levels focus more on regulatory submittals, data compilation, coordination, and process management.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree.
For Environmental Specialist III: at least four years of environmental experience.
For Environmental Specialist IV: at least eight years of environmental experience.
For Environmental Specialist V: at least fifteen years of multifaceted environmental experience.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Maintain safety as the utmost priority.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong PC skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience permitting energy or infrastructure projects in multiple western and south-central states, particularly Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.
Strong knowledge of NEPA and federal permitting processes, with demonstrated ability to coordinate environmental reviews, consultations, surveys, and authorizations with federal agencies, including BLM, FERC, and USFWS.
Expertise with project management and stakeholder engagement for projects requiring Public Utility Commission (PUC) or Public Service Commission (PSC) approvals or certificates.
For Environmental Specialist V: at least ten years of experience in environmental fields.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve environmental processes and policies, and provide guidance on their application.
Assess environmental and regulatory risks, recommend ways to address them, and participate in or manage approved actions, including required regulatory documentation.
Participate in project planning and implementation, including scheduling, cost estimating, environmental reviews, and supporting documentation.
Prepare and submit complex applications for environmental clearances, permits, renewals, approvals, variances, and other authorizations; coordinate with company partners.
Coordinate environmental reviews, consultations, surveys, and authorizations with federal agencies, including BLM, FERC, and USFWS; identify permitting requirements and risks and work with agencies, consultants, and project teams to support schedules and approvals.
Manage local planning and building permits for complex energy infrastructure projects, including site plan review, zoning, and code compliance; coordinate with local jurisdictions, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve issues and agency comments and support construction and in-service milestones.
Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, construction, environmental, land, operations, legal, and other functions; proactively resolve permitting issues and align permitting with design, procurement, and construction activities.
Identify environmental training needs, conduct required training, and provide guidance or mentorship appropriate to the position level.
Cultivate relationships between Williams and regulatory agencies.
Provide guidance and mentorship to others and participate in industry associations and environmental communities, as applicable to the position level.
At Environmental Specialist V level, lead projects or programs involving significant risk and complexity, develop project execution strategies, manage resource requirements, and report achievements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Strong pay plus an annual incentive program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution.
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays.
Paid parental leave of up to six weeks per parent, plus fertility and adoption support.
Advanced AI tools and resources.
Career growth paths and a culture of promoting from within.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
HSA and FSA options.
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Domestic partner benefits.
Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes.