Environmental Specialist, Licensing and Permitting

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position

Role and Scope of Position:

The Licensing and Permitting (L&P) Specialist is responsible for environmental permitting, due diligence and regulatory compliance related work on major or complex energy infrastructure projects, including the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines and substations. The L&P Specialist is involved in the planning, scheduling and implementation of utility projects and is responsible for minimizing environmental liability and ensuring compliance.

Essential Functions:

- Conceptualize and execute plans and permitting strategies.

- Interact with regulatory agencies.

- Ensure strict compliance with all state, federal and local regulations and permits.

- Forge relationships with regulators and key stakeholders, while balancing the needs of the company.

- Build strong collaborative working relationship with project managers and utility operations.

- Manage environmental consultants and vendors.

- Manage budgets and contracts, including preparation of specifications and bid documents, RFP coordination, service requisitions and invoicing.

- Responsibilities include land use permitting for land disturbance, inland/coastal wetland resource areas, cultural resources, threatened, rare and endangered species, local ordinances and traffic.

- Ensuring compliance relative to erosion and sediment protection measures.

- The L&P Specialist may conduct environmental assessments/field inspections, assist in soil and groundwater management, attend public meetings and hearings and provide oversight of contracts and consultants for such services.

- The L&P Specialist will work closely alongside both internal and external cross-functional teams.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

- Basic knowledge of municipal, state, and federal environmental regulations, permitting and policy in Massachusetts.

- Familiarity with the following agencies and their responsibilities: USACE, EPA, MassDEP, NHESP, and local conservation commissions.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills are required, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects with aggressive schedules simultaneously.

- Professional certification not required, but desired (PWS, CPESC, CESSWI, Forester etc.)

- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 40-hour wetland delineation and regulatory training preferred.

Education:

- Bachelor's degree required in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource, Ecology, or related field.

Experience:

- 3+ years of experience with environmental permitting processes in Massachusetts required.

- Energy-utility environmental permitting experience, preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

- Must hold a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

Working Conditions:

- Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.

- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$96,930.00-$107,700.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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