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Specialist-Air Permitting Job at Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in in Houston

Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in, Houston, TX, United States


Tallgrass Energy is currently in need of one Air Permitting Specialist/Engineer to join our Houston based Capital Projects Team. Role will be focused on energy capital development projects (oil and natural gas, power, and alternatives). This role will report directly to the Senior Manager of Air Permitting.

Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities

Lead preparation and development of:

Air construction and operating permit applications/registrations.

Emission estimates based on industry standards, vendor information, and site-specific information using approved State and Federal calculation methodologies.

Understand existing regulations and continually review new and proposed regulations as they relate to company's project portfolio and proposed project geographical locations.

Evaluate air pollution control technologies, including economic and technical feasibility of air pollution control equipment.

Familiarity with air quality impact analyses that may involve the use of air dispersion modeling software (SCREEN3, AERMOD, etc.).

Provide technical consulting expertise and manage permitting consultants.

Verify accuracy of emission calculations and estimates for routine emissions as well as maintenance, startup and shutdown emissions.

Assist in development of permit matrices including scope of work, estimated cost and schedule for air permitting and compliance portions of projects.

Communicate with the overall project team, properly relay critical permitting details, understand constructability concerns and needs and how permit constraints can affect construction, and provide pertinent updates during project meetings.

Prepare and present professional internal and external stakeholder meeting presentations, as required.

Formulate, plan and execute complex permitting strategies that keep all impacted internal and external stakeholders aligned on all project goals and objectives while ensuring scheduling and budgeting goals are maintained.

Communicate project and permitting specifics with the internal stakeholders as necessary.

Qualifications
Minimum requirements :

Education:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or related degrees strongly preferred. Other degrees will be considered if combined with experience in environmental permitting and compliance in the oil and gas industry.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

Preferred minimum of three years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance with demonstrable increase in responsibility and independence

Direct management experience of permitting resources within a project execution environment preferred.

Experience working in the energy industry (oil, gas, power generation).

Experience working with state/federal/tribal environmental agencies.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Strong familiarity with developing and maintaining spreadsheets and relational databases to track operating and emissions data.

Working knowledge of air dispersion models (SCREEN3, AERMOD) and modeling practices.

Experience in developing anticipated permitting schedules.

Experience with SPCC regulations and rules is a plus

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong problem-solving orientation; experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

Willingness to travel to project sites (up to 25% travel anticipated).

Familiarity with oil and gas processing, midstream, transmission, and terminal operations a plus.

Familiarity with working within an independent project team structure with other groups and roles, such as land and engineering is mandatory.

Strong time management skills and ability to successfully manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.

Ability to manage multiple projects and is adaptable to change in project scopes.

Experience and ability to manage internal and external resources.

Create and implement development plans to motivate and facilitate the growth of internal resources.

Create a culture of accountability within the organization to ensure all objectives are understood and aggressively adhered to.

Although not required, experience and exposure to natural and cultural resources permitting (USACE, USFWS, FERC, etc.) is a plus.

Positive and energetic attitude; self-motivated with strong initiative.

Detail oriented; resourceful

Physical Demands:

All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout the facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting to 25 lbs.

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

Will work non-traditional hours as needed.

May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

Candidates will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report for certain positions after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

Experience with midstream/pipelines and major capital project development preferred.

Preferred experience in supporting construction compliance activities (Environmental Inspector management).

Other Responsibilities:

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

About Us
Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

Industry competitive pay

Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Infertility Coverage

401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%

Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources

Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off

Identity theft protection

Annual discretionary bonus

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-paid holidays and floating holidays

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more

Networking and employee engagement events

Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation : Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms : Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

Job Info

Job Identification 3619

Job Category Specialist

Job Schedule Full time

Locations Nine Greenway Plaza, Houston, TX, 77046, US

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In Summary: Tallgrass Energy is currently in need of one Air Permitting Specialist/Engineer to join our Houston based Capital Projects Team . Role will be focused on energy capital development projects (oil and natural gas, power, and alternatives) Responsibilities include lead preparation and development of air construction and operating permit applications/registrations .

En Español: Tallgrass Energy necesita actualmente a un Especialista/Ingeniero de Permites Aéreos para unirse al Equipo de Proyectos Capital con sede en Houston. Este papel reportará directamente al Gerente Superior de Permites Aéreos. Responsabilidades Funciones esenciales y responsabilidades Conduce la preparación y el desarrollo de: Solicitudes/registros de permisos de construcción y operación del aire. Estimativas de emisiones basadas en estándares industriales, información sobre proveedores e información específica del sitio utilizando metodologías de cálculo aprobadas por los Estados y Federales. Comprender las regulaciones existentes y revisar continuamente las nuevas y propuestas reglamentas que se relacionan con la cartera de proyectos de la empresa y las ubicaciones geográficas del proyecto propuesto. Evaluar tecnologías de control de contaminación del aire, incluida la viabilidad económica y técnica de equipos para controlar las emisiones de contaminantes atmosféricos. Familiarizarse con análisis de impacto de la calidad del aire que pueden implicar el uso de software de modelado de dispersión del aire (SCREEN3, AERMOD, etc.). Proveer conocimientos técnicos de consultoría y gestionar permiten a las partes interesadas. Otros grados se considerarán si se combinan con experiencia en permisos ambientales y cumplimiento en la industria del petróleo y el gas. Experiencia / Conocimiento específico: Debe crear y mantener una licencia de conducir válida y un registro de manejo satisfactorio para la compañía y sus aseguradores (para viajar). Familiarización fuerte con el desarrollo y mantenimiento de hojas de cálculo y bases de datos relacionales para rastrear los datos operativos y responsables. Se pueden hacer adaptaciones razonables para que las personas con discapacidad realicen las funciones esenciales: sentarse; estar de pie; caminar o moverse en toda la instalación; conducir; hablar; ver (habilidades específicas de visión requeridas por este trabajo incluyen visión cercana, visión a distancia, visión periférica, percepción de profundidad y capacidad de ajustar el enfoque); escuchar; sentir; doblarse o inclinarse; agacharse o acurrucarse; alcanzar; arrodillarse; empujar; tirar; levantar hasta 25 libras. Debe poder sentarse durante largos períodos de tiempo. El empleado debe usar regularmente sus manos para escribir, tocar, manejar o sentir. El empleado debe levantar y/o moverse regularmente hasta 10 libras y de vez en cuando levantar y / o moverse hasta 25 libras. Condiciones de trabajo: Trabajará horas no tradicionales según sea necesario. Puede requerirse llevar un teléfono celular y estar disponible para responder durante las horas laborales y no laborables. Los candidatos deberán limpiar una pantalla de drogas y completar una comprobación de antecedentes, incluido un informe de crédito para ciertos puestos después de que se haya extendido la oferta y antes de ser contratados. Responsabilidad supervisoria: Ninguna. Educación preferencial, experiencia, certificaciones, competencias, habilidades y capacidades: Se asignaron los requisitos de experiencia, no necesarios pero ventajosos en esta posición: con capital medio/pelines y desarrollo de proyectos principales preferidos. Tallgrass es una empresa líder de infraestructura energética centrada en entregar de forma segura, confiable y sostenible la energía y los servicios que alimentan a nuestra nación y permiten nuestra calidad de vida. En Tallgress valoramos nuestros equipos y nos esforzamos por crear un entorno donde los empleados se sientan respetados y sus contribuciones sean valoradas. Nuestro objetivo es apoyar el bienestar físico, mental y financiero de los empleado mediante un programa integral de recompensas totales. Esta posición está abierta y todavía acepta solicitudes. Compensación: Los rangos de compensación se proporcionan en buena fe basados en lo que anticipamos al investigar los salarios para este puesto a nivel estatal y nacional. En última instancia, podemos pagar más o menos del rango publicado. Este rango de salario también puede modificarse en el futuro. Aviso a las empresas de búsqueda externa Tallgrass no acepta currículos no solicitados de firmas de busca o agencias de empleo. Las referencias y currículos sin solicitarse son consideradas propiedades de Tallgross; por lo tanto, Tallgruss no pagará una tarifa por cualquier colocación resultante de la recepción de una referencia no solicitada. Se pueden invitar a los vendedores apruebados a remitir talentos para puestos específicos solo a petición de tallgrass. Un acuerdo totalmente orientado con Tallgress debe ser ejecutado en estos casos.