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Stantec

Senior Environmental Regulatory Permitting Manager – FERC

Stantec, El Paso, Texas, United States

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Senior Environmental Regulatory Permitting Project Manager – FERC Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an exceptionally talented and enthusiastic individual with a keen interest in permitting complex pipeline and energy projects to join our team. Our staff of professionals includes specialists in biology, wetland science, soil science, fisheries, botany, hydrogeology, engineering, forestry, habitat and ecosystem restoration, environmental policy and permitting, and GIS. We help our clients identify and respond to opportunities and constraints within the changing regulatory and corporate environment, through active engagement with the public, stakeholder groups, and government regulators. Stantec is at the forefront of assisting our energy clients with traditional energy projects as well as exciting projects in the energy transition space to include Hydrogen, CCUS, CO2 transportation, Lithium and traditional renewables. The position location is flexible, with the possibility for remote work.

Your Key Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and project management for oil & gas midstream permitting projects (FERC-regulated natural gas or liquids pipeline projects) and energy transition projects throughout the US.

Manage permit applications and agency coordination related to Threatened and Endangered Species, Sections 404/10, Coastal Zone Management Act, and Section 106 Cultural Resources.

Develop and maintain positive client relationships, including seeking opportunities for new business and supporting proposal development.

Create technical documents and provide review of technical documents that support regulatory submissions.

Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation.

Communicate and collaborate with other Environmental and Regulatory Specialists to ensure consistency in project execution.

This position works as part of a larger midstream & energy permitting team and there will be opportunities to support multiple Stantec projects and offices nationwide.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Demonstrated experience managing pipeline projects. Experience permitting large natural gas or liquids pipelines is critical.

Demonstrated experience with FERC and NEPA requirements and processes, mitigation measures, and related implementation.

Demonstrated experience managing FERC-regulated projects, including 7(b)/7(c) applications and prior notice/blanket authorization projects.

Demonstrated experience managing resource report development for FERC-regulated projects.

Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment.

Strong oral and written communication skills, and a customer-focused approach to understand and respond to client needs.

Demonstrated ability to foster and grow strong client relationships.

Working understanding of HSSE policies and procedures, including client-specific training where required.

Project and task management experience with strong attention to detail.

Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center.

Good driving record and valid driver’s license.

Where lawful and at Stantec’s discretion, passing post-employment drug and alcohol testing based on client needs.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s or higher (preferred) in Environmental Science, or related field.

Minimum of 7 or more years work experience in a similar position.

Minimum of 5 years direct experience preparing, managing and authoring FERC permit applications where required by federal, state or local environmental regulatory agencies.

Direct experience preparing and managing permit applications and agency coordination related to Threatened and Endangered Species, Sections 404/10, Coastal Zone Management Act, and/or Section 106 Cultural Resources.

Typical office environment is computer-based with sedentary work for long periods; field work may involve exposure to the elements.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities and may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment and strive to deliver innovative solutions at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Pay transparency, benefits, and EEO information are available as part of our company policies.

Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston

Employment type: Full-time

Travel: No

Job Posting: 11/09/2025

Req ID: 1002271

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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