Dominion Energy

Environmental Consultant (Electric Transmission Permitting)

Richmond, VA

Full-time

About This Job

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today .

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

Provides expert, technical support to environmental regulatory review processes, environmental permitting for linear projects, and environmental program compliance. This includes analyzing local, state and federal environmental regulations, and permitting of current and future company facilities. Manages, from inception to completion, complex environmental projects. Analyzes environmental regulatory requirements and imposed regulatory limitations and develops management plan for compliance. Prepares position papers and technical reviews on the scientific and regulatory aspects of environmental impact analyses. Coordinates environmental permitting activities for company facilities and operations. Provides expert testimony and presentations on environmental issues. Evaluates special projects and serves as coordinator or team leader. Represents company on various industry committees. Negotiates compliance issues of operating facilities with regulatory agency inspectors to achieve favorable outcomes. Develops and conducts environmental compliance training. Ensures compliance with environment requirements prescribed by laws, regulations, company policies, and company procedures. Uses electronic databases to analyze and monitor company compliance with regulatory requirements. Provides emergency response direction and expertise, to address environmental emergencies such as oil or chemical releases. Minimizes impacts to the environment, company regulatory exposure, and response cost.

Primary focus is environmental due diligence and construction permitting support for electric transmission in VA, WV, and NC, but work will involve other duties as assigned.

Job Duties Include

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Independently review projects under consideration for development or acquisition by Dominion Energy for compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations and effectively communicate action items and compliance gaps to development team and management.

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Independently determine environmental permit applicability for assigned projects with specific knowledge of Section 404/401, Section 7, Section 106, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Stormwater Management Programs;

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Prepare applications and secure environmental permits or clearances required for construction;

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Communication of environmental compliance requirements to development, project, field teams;

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Technical assistance to sites/projects for environmental compliance;

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Interpretation of environmental permits and regulations to ensure that compliance dates and requirements are met;

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Independent problem analysis and development of compliance strategies;

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Preparing and conducting training;

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Writing and editing reports related to environmental programs;

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Communication and coordination with regulatory agency representatives, negotiate permit conditions, represent Dominion Energy during regulatory inspections, and other regulatory meetings;

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Oversight and technical direction of contractors and consultants including preparation of scopes of work, purchase requisitions, permit applications, permit support materials, and invoice approval;

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Represents company before regulatory agencies, industry groups, and the public on environmental issues.

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Promotes corporate environmental policy, by educating and assisting employees to seek innovative ways to ensure operational environmental compliance.

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Uses electronic databases to analyze and monitor company compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Adherence to Dominion Energy environmental policy, guidance, and work practices;

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Adherence to Dominion Energy safety rules and safety performance expectations; and

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Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

7- 8+ years of experience with permits related to water and wetlands (including threatened and endangered species and cultural and historical resource coordination), erosion and sediment control, and/or stormwater management experience.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Experience

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Regulatory agency experience or experience representing an organization with regulatory agencies.

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Environmental permitting experience in multiple states is a plus, particularly in VA and NC.

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Experience overseeing consultants and strong negotiation skills. 

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Demonstrated ability to effectively manage details, multiple tasks, and hard deadlines is essential.

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Logic and reasoning skills to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternatives, conclusions, or approaches.

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Respectful assertiveness to ensure environmental compliance requirements are met by others, while considering the spirit and letter of the law.

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Excellent interpersonal skills to interface with internal stakeholders effectively.

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Ability to give full attention to others, to take time understanding the points being made, and to ask questions.

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Ability to influence others.

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Ability to embrace collaborative problem solving.

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Ability to communicate appropriately for audience needs and share information.

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Ability to facilitate open idea exchange.

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Ability to understand implications of new information.

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Ability to identify complex problems, to review related information, to develop and evaluate options, and to implement solutions.

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Ability to adapt actions.

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Ability to remain professional while delivering high-quality, reliable, environmental services to customers.

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License or ability to obtain a license to operate a motor vehicle is required. 

Education Requirements

Bachelor preferred in Environmental Science or Engineering or other Environmental degree.

Bachelor Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education.

Preferred Discipline(s): Environmental Science, Engineering or another Environmental degree

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Not applicable

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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