Legal Counsel, Environmental and Pipeline Safety Law

TC Energy•Houston, TX

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will advise TC Energy’s U.S. Natural Gas Pipelines business concerning environmental and pipeline safety legal matters. The scope of work encompasses high-stakes, cutting-edge legal issues related to the development of new pipeline infrastructure, as well as the operation of the Company’s existing pipeline systems. The position will sit within the Environmental & Pipeline Safety Law team in the U.S. Natural Gas Pipelines Law department.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
Active license to practice law in the U.S.
Minimum four years of relevant legal experience
Ability to analyze complex matters in a proactive manner, proposing creative and practical solutions
Excellent communication and advocacy skills (oral and written)
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to coordinate with other legal and business functions

Nice To Haves

General understanding of the natural gas pipeline business
Experience with federal and state permitting of pipelines and other energy infrastructure
Significant experience with environmental and other regulatory matters related to natural gas pipeline infrastructure, including proceedings before the US Environmental Protection Agency and/or other federal and state regulatory agencies and tribunals

Responsibilities

Advise business teams concerning complex, technical, and sensitive issues related to environmental, pipeline safety, and other regulatory compliance matters (including CERCLA, air, water, waste, and environmental remediation)
Advise business teams on matters related to growth projects at all stages of the project life cycle (including preparation and drafting of applications, pleadings, and other related filings, as well as federal, state, and local permitting issues)
Handle disputes involving environmental claims, including by analyzing, drafting and negotiating pleadings and other critical documentation, and potentially representing the company in adjudicatory proceedings
Participate in industry trade groups and association committees to contribute thought leadership and advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues that impact TC Energy
Manage matters and supervise external legal counsel within approved budget limits
Provide legal support for the natural gas pipeline emergency response program