Manager, Regulatory Development

NextDecade•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Regulatory Manager will monitor and advise senior management and operating units on federal and state regulatory requirements for NextDecadeâs natural gas assets as well as regulatory requirements to maintain NextDecadeâs âlicense to operate.â This position will oversee the Companyâs development of internal regulatory policies by monitoring internal practices and collaborating with stakeholders to comply with government regulations. The Regulatory Manager also interfaces with government agencies to address concerns regarding the business.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree preferably in Environmental Engineering or Science field.
Must have strong written and verbal skills (English language).
Minimum 10 years of related experience; preferred 7 years in LNG industry.
Experience leading FERC-regulated project permitting efforts.
Ability to communicate with Company leadership and various disciplines; excellent presentation skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State requirements for LNG Terminals and natural gas pipelines regulated by FERC, PHMSA, and the USCG.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of environmental regulations.
Ability to understand owner obligations and ability to effectively communicate with Contractors.
Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and Google Earth.
Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) preferred.

Responsibilities

Advise Company on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) process and provide strategic guidance on navigating from development through execution.
Lead the FERC application process for facility expansions, including prefiling and development of FERC Resource Reports.
Review, submit, and manage regulatory applications, documentation, and implementation plans.
Act as a liaison with FERC Staff, company personnel, and other agency representatives during various stages of the project.
Lead technical or subject matter expertise on FERC applications, impact assessment deliverables, and overall quality control review.
Knowledge of Natural Gas Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and Endangered Species Act.
Oversee and track FERC Order compliance filings and requirements, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and the United States Coast Guard (USCG).
Assist with development of Company regulatory plans, procedures, and standards for compliance and assurance programs.
Lead regulatory compliance assurance program necessary for site audits and agency construction inspections, as necessary.
Collaborate with other Business Units to prepare compliance documentation for business assets.
Provide timely updates to project team on regulatory matters that may impact schedule.
Identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks to Company assets.
Track and monitor changes to federal regulatory requirements.
Manage one (1) to three (3) team members, as needed.
Be solution-oriented to a dynamic regulatory environment.
Other duties as assigned.