Kinder Morgan

Environmental Project Permitting Specialist

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

This position will be located in the Houston, TX. corporate office


Essential duties and responsibilities:

Support permitting activities for Kinder Morgan assets.
Coordinate permitting activities, including regulatory reviews, environmental field surveys, agency communications, permit application submittals, agency negotiations, mitigation development and implementation.
Coordinate required permitting activities with project managers, engineers, contractors and other Kinder Morgan team members.
Manage consultants in performance of various permitting tasks.
Seek bids, prepare work directive requests, track budgets and manage invoices for consultant activities.
Assist project managers in planning, budgeting and scheduling the permitting elements of their projects.
Provide regulatory and environmental technical guidance on permitting processes and ways to minimize or avoid permitting costs and delays to Kinder Morgan projects.
Support Management on various permitting initiatives.
Stay up-to-date and knowledgeable with permitting laws and requirements.
Ensure compliance and timeliness with all permitting activities.
Coordinate as necessary with Environmental, Health and Safety Dept.; attend Engineering Dept. Team meetings as well as Regional field meetings; attend project site visits and bid walks as needed; provide backup support for other permitting staff when absent from the office; perform other related duties as assigned.
Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.


Position Requirements


Education:

A college degree or equivalent experience


Experience / Specific Knowledge:

A minimum of three years in the environmental permitting/consulting field.
Applicable experience required in environmental laws and regulations, including National Environmental Protection Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historical Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Experience providing environmental permitting support in the U.S.


Certification, licenses, and registrations:

A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and current, valid State driver’s license are required.
If the employee is subject to a license or certification requirement(s) or training as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies or the Company, now or in the future, compliance is required under this job description.


Competencies, skills, and abilities:

Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, TEAMS, Project, and Outlook.
Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required.
Must be accountable and take direction from Managers; keep required work schedules, which include regular and predictable job attendance; focus attention on details; follow work rules.
Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.
Must be a problem solver with the ability to find solutions.
Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction.
Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.


Physical demands:

Employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies and/or Company Policy.
Exposure to smells and fumes associated with refined petroleum products.
Work may be performed outside in varying and sometimes extreme weather situations. Terrain can be uneven and rugged.


Working Conditions:

This position has the opportunity to work a hybrid work schedule with Monday through Wednesday in the office and Thursday and Friday at home.
This position also has the opportunity to work a flexible work schedule with 9-hour work days Monday through Thursday and either half day Fridays or every other Friday off.
Extended work hours in cases of emergencies and field activities.
May be required to work alone (unsupervised).
Work in remote areas is often performed alone and without direct supervision; judgment is required when consultation with supervisor is not possible. Must schedule and monitor own work.
Travel may be required including overnight stays for several days.
Occasional travel may be required throughout the United States to perform job duties.
Majority of the work will be conducted from an office environment. Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities.
Approximately 50% computer work; 30% phone work.

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:

Above the minimum requirement; not required but advantageous in this position:

Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or related discipline is preferred.
Experience in permitting Oil and Gas, petroleum products pipelines, facilities and terminals preferred.
Knowledge of pipeline operations.
Experience providing environmental permitting support in the U.S.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate

The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

To be considered for any position, please go to https://www.kindermorgan.com/Careers/Job-Opportunities. Click Apply Now to Sign In or create an account to upload your resume.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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