Senior Environmental Regulatory Manager – Upstream

GHD Group Pty Ltd • Roseville, CA

3d • $94,000 - $156,000

About The Position

GHD is seeking a Senior Environmental Regulatory Manager – Upstream to lead regulatory strategy and client advisory support for complex environmental remediation and reclamation projects. The role provides technical leadership and client-facing support, shapes regulatory engagement, manages risk, and contributes to long-term site closure and reclamation strategies and business growth. The position focuses on upstream oil and gas sites and includes direct engagement with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related field.
• At least 12 years of regulatory experience related to legacy or active mine sites.
• Experience supporting remediation, reclamation, and enforcement negotiations.
• Strong understanding of permitting, compliance, and regulatory strategy.
• Excellent technical writing and executive communication skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment medical and drug screenings, to the extent allowable by applicable law.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with state-level environmental regulations; California experience is preferred.
• Experience with federal regulatory frameworks such as CERCLA, RCRA, and the Clean Water Act.
• Experience with pipeline and/or oil well-related permitting and reclamation.
• Experience coordinating with agencies such as CalGEM, EPA, SWRCB, RWQCB, BLM, or comparable regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the regulatory lead for environmental remediation and reclamation projects at upstream oil and gas sites.
• Advise clients on permitting, compliance strategy, and regulatory risk.
• Lead regulatory reviews, audits, corrective action programs, and closure planning.
• Interface directly with county, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Monitor regulatory trends and support proactive client strategy.
• Support proposals, client development, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Mentor and support the development of technical staff.

What This Job Offers

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