Growth Project Engagement Manager

EQT Corporation • Canonsburg, PA

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

EQT is a leading producer of natural gas in the United States and is committed to achieving Net Zero on a Scope 1 and Scope 2 basis. The company aims to be the best producer by creating long-term value for all stakeholders. EQT is evolving into a modern, connected, and digitally enabled organization, fostering a collaborative and progressive workplace, recognized as a National Top Workplace and one of Pittsburgh's Best Places to Work.

The Growth Project Engagement Manager will advance EQT’s Midstream Growth and New Ventures portfolio by leading stakeholder engagement for new capital infrastructure projects. These projects may include FERC-regulated facilities, natural gas transmission, carbon capture and sequestration (CCUS), broader carbon management initiatives, and power generation projects. Reporting to the Director, Growth Affairs, this role acts as EQT’s lead representative in assigned project geographies, responsible for guiding projects from concept to approval. The Manager will build and manage strategic relationships with local officials, regulators, community leaders, and landowners to gain stakeholder alignment and secure support. The role involves leading outreach strategies aligned with project siting, permitting, and commercialization milestones to ensure projects navigate local approvals, regulatory scrutiny, and public engagement requirements. Success is measured by the ability to translate community engagement into tangible progress against development timelines. This position is ideal for a professional with experience in energy infrastructure projects, understanding project development, regulatory scrutiny, and community engagement in high-visibility environments. Travel may be up to 50%, with remote work possible when not traveling. Preference is given to candidates located in Ohio, Pennsylvania, or West Virginia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience supporting Corporate Communications, Government Affairs, or Community Affairs within a utility, midstream, upstream, or other energy infrastructure company; agency experience supporting energy sector clients is also acceptable
• Experience serving as a primary stakeholder contact for infrastructure or capital projects
• Strong understanding of energy infrastructure development, including permitting processes, regulatory review, and stakeholder risk management.
• Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment in politically and publicly sensitive environments.
• Clear communicator with confidence representing the company in high-visibility settings.
• Strong organizational discipline and ability to build consensus among internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Experience leading outreach strategies for energy infrastructure projects
• Experience supporting FERC-regulated projects, natural gas transmission, CCUS, carbon management, power generation initiatives, and/or emerging energy technologies

Responsibilities

• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts within assigned project areas, serving as EQT’s primary point of contact for key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement milestone-driven outreach strategies aligned with project development and regulatory timelines.
• Cultivate productive relationships with local officials, regulators, economic development organizations, community groups, landowners, and trade associations.
• Represent EQT in public meetings, stakeholder briefings, and one-on-one engagement settings.
• Provide actionable field intelligence by monitoring local political, regulatory, and community dynamics; identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Track and document stakeholder engagement activities and measure impact on project progress and community outcomes.
• Coordinate closely with project leadership, external consultants, and EQT’s Corporate Communications and Government Affairs teams to ensure engagement strategies are aligned with operational priorities, regulatory objectives, and broader corporate positioning.
• Collaborate with public and private sector project partners to ensure alignment on public engagement, permitting, communications, and overall project execution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees