Job DescriptionAt Cheniere, we provide the world with safe, reliable energy. But more than that, we provide opportunities for our talented employees to impact their communities every day. Our diversity is key to our continued success and forges a path where our culture supports greater equity and inclusion for our employees, customers and beyond.
POSITION OVERVIEWThe Manager, Air Quality and Environmental is a key member of the Environmental and Energy Projects team at Cheniere and will provide technical support for air quality-related needs, and other environmental engineering tasks as assigned. The Manager is responsible for developing strategic permitting approaches for air, water, and waste related matters. Specific responsibilities will involve the ability to perform air emission estimates; prepare/review state and federal air permit applications, review air dispersion modeling, complete regulatory assessments and provide compliance support. Work primarily includes Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma air permitting and ongoing compliance related to (Title V, PSD, New Source Review Permits, Standard Permits, Permits-by-Rule (PBRs), NSPS, NESHAP and EPA approved air dispersion modeling. This role will also support facility HSE staff with air release reporting, preparation/submission of emission inventories including greenhouse reporting, and provide expertise on air pollution control technologies. Responsibilities also include preparation and review of FERC Resource Report 9 (Air Quality and Noise) for applicable projects and serve as a subject matter expert for Climate and Sustainability initiatives and projects. This position will play a key role in supporting the Company's regulatory tracking program with respect to air-related developments, including preparation of, impact/risk analyses of proposed regulatory and legislative changes and participation on various trade group committees and task forces.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Assist the Health Safety and Environmental, Operations, Maintenance, Legal and Engineering & Construction Departments with the planning and permitting for Company projects.
- Take a lead role in the regulatory tracking process including development and communication of risk/impact analysis for air related regulations and legislative actions.
- Support facility personnel with compliance assurance during construction and operation including commissioning activities.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison with Climate and Sustainability.
- Assist with the preparation of portions of the annual Corporate Responsibility Report as assigned.
- Support and coordinate the preparation of FERC Resource Report 9 (Air and Noise) and responding to information requests for applicable FERC projects.
- Collect data and prepare/review reports for submittal to regulatory agencies as required.
- Prepare and submit Emissions Inventories including GHG inventories.
- Prepare regulatory and permit summaries and present updates to Company Construction and Operations Teams.
- The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge:The ideal candidate will have an understanding of Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations, policies and emerging regulatory programs. Candidate should have expertise in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana state regulations and have experience in air permitting and air compliance activities for those states. Previous work experience with an LNG company is preferred Experience in natural gas pipeline/processing operations, and construction projects is desired. Previous experience with regulatory tracking including risk/impact analysis is desired. Previous experience in supporting sustainability initiatives is also a plus.
Skills: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of internal & external personnel.
- Must be detail oriented with strong technical and organizational skills.
- Ability to capture and understand pertinent information in meetings and communicate that information to other team members
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent assignments.
- Ability to establish priorities that align with goals.
- Must be a team player, self-motivated with high level of energy and creativity.
- Strong PC skills, proficient in MS Office products. Familiarity with Environmental Management Systems is important.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education, Training and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
Experience: At least 10 years of related work experience in the oil & gas industry including permitting & regulatory compliance.
DIRECT REPORTSThere are no direct reports.
FREEDOM TO ACTCandidate must be self-directed and have the ability to identify work priorities and function with very little supervision.
WORK CONDITIONS - Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and exposed to year around weather conditions, ocean environment, noise, and occasionally process gases and vapors. There is a considerable amount of outdoor activities involved.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must be willing to travel to/from off-site facilities a minimum of 10 percent of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work both indoors and outdoors, preparing environmental documents, and working with vendors, government agencies, and site employees.
- Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.
ADA JOB REQUIREMENTSReasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical or mental disability.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.
About UsAs a Fortune 500 company, Cheniere Energy is leading the way in the LNG industry by providing secure, clean and affordable energy to countries and companies around the world. We are a values-driven company that focuses on teamwork, respect, accountability, integrity, being nimble, and above all, safety for our employees, our communities and our assets.
Cheniere Energy's global impact is achieved through a diverse and passionate workforce who are owners of Cheniere Energy through our annual stock grant program. Our high performing employees are united by a shared mission, common goals and a culture of inclusion and caring. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits offerings are like our company: competitive and strong, while prioritizing wellness and performance incentives that reward results. As an employee of Cheniere Energy, you will have a significant impact on our business and in our communities.
As a worldwide company, Cheniere Energy is headquartered in Houston, Texas with U.S. offices in Washington, D.C., and Lake Charles, Louisiana, and production sites in Cameron, Louisiana (Sabine Pass Liquefaction) and Gregory, Texas (Corpus Christi Liquefaction), and international offices in London, England, Singapore and Beijing, China.