Regulatory Manager

Bitdeer Technologies Group • Fox Creek, AB

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About The Position

Bitdeer Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Regulatory Manager to lead the application and compliance monitoring of all municipal, provincial, and environmental approvals required to build and scale critical data center infrastructure across Alberta. This role serves as the primary liaison between project development teams, local municipal planning authorities, provincial regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Engineering, or Law.
• 5–8+ years in regulatory affairs, environmental permitting, or land development in Alberta.
• Data center, energy, oil & gas, telecom, or major industrial infrastructure experience required.
• In-depth understanding of the Alberta Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA), Water Act, AUC Rule 007 and AUC Rule 012, Municipal Development Plans (MDPs), and Land Use Bylaws (LUBs).
• Knowledge of AESO (Alberta Electric System Operator): Market rules & grid connection requirements.
• Knowledge of AUC (Alberta Utilities Commission): Power generation and transmission approvals.
• Knowledge of AEP (Alberta Environment and Protected Areas): EPEA Approvals, Water Act permits, air quality, and noise regulations.
• Knowledge of Local Municipalities: MD of Greenview No. 16, Town of Fox Creek
• Knowledge of Alberta Energy Regulator (AER): For gas pipeline construction

Nice To Haves

• Professional Planner (RPP/MCIP) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng. with APEGA) considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute environmental, land-use, and zoning permit applications (e.g., Development Permits, Building Permits, Water Act approvals) across local municipalities (Municipal District of Greenview No.16 and the Town of Fox Creek).
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory organizations including Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEP), the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC), Alberta Lands (Alberta Forestry & Parks) and local municipalities.
• Review fire protection and code requirements against municipal and insurance requirements.
• Collaborate with local distribution companies (ATCO, Altalink) and power partners to ensure power grid interconnection applications align with provincial utility regulations.
• Engage with local gas suppliers (TC Energy/ NGTL or private producers) and Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) for regulatory approvals of gas pipeline construction.
• Manage public notification processes, community consultation sessions, and Indigenous relations in accordance with provincial duty-to-consult frameworks and industry best practices.
• Track regulatory change, perform risk assessments for new site selection, and ensure permitting milestone deadlines align with construction schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level