Pipeline Regulatory Consultant

TRC Companies, Inc.•Houston, TX

16h

About The Position

TRC is seeking a full-time Pipeline Regulatory Consultant to join its Pipeline Regulatory Services team. The role involves client-facing work and leading or assisting with a broad range of pipeline regulatory services. The successful candidate will bring strong pipeline regulatory knowledge and application, substantial pipeline safety experience, and knowledge of both federal and state regulatory matters. The position includes travel, sometimes on short notice, based on client needs. Infrequent field work may be required, with possible exposure to weather, walking distances, and climbing around oil and gas equipment. The employee must live within reasonable distance of a commercial airport serving major markets and provide a workspace conducive to productivity. TRC offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match, as well as advancement potential. TRC is a global consulting firm providing environmentally advanced and technology-powered solutions for the oil and gas, power, and infrastructure industries. It has over 7,000 employees in more than 150 offices globally.

Requirements

Strong pipeline regulatory knowledge and application.
Experience with gas and hazardous liquids pipelines.
Substantial experience in the pipeline safety arena.
Specific knowledge or experience in both federal and state regulatory matters.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to travel, sometimes on short notice, according to client needs.
Ability to reside within reasonable distance of a commercial airport with access to major markets.
Ability to provide a workspace conducive to productivity.

Nice To Haves

State or Federal Inspector experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct jurisdictional analyses for gas and hazardous liquids pipeline assets.
Provide pre-audit evaluation and support.
Represent clients during federal PHMSA and state partner agency audits.
Develop customized, cost-effective compliance programs.
Evaluate existing programs for completeness and compliance with regulatory requirements, recommend changes, and develop corrective actions or amendments as needed.
Develop guidance and planning preparation for new regulatory requirements.
Lead engagement in major regulatory initiatives.
Develop comments to regulatory agencies on behalf of clients.
Deliver pipeline safety-related compliance courses.
Assist with proposal development.
Grow the sector by expanding the consulting services clientele.