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About Us
TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Compliance Specialist to join our Planning, Permitting and Licensing team. This successful candidate is passionate about their work, driven by intellectual curiosity, and strives to work collectively to best serve our clients and help create the future of our communities in meaningful and sustainable ways. The Senior Compliance Specialist will report to one of the following New York offices: Clifton Park, Liverpool, or West Seneca. They will support development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of our environmental compliance program to support quality and strategic growth plans, with a focus on projects involving environmental and agricultural compliance with New York State and Federal regulations. Join a high-performing team delivering critical energy infrastructure projects across New York State while building a rewarding long-term career.
We invest in our employees and desire candidates who can combine high-level technical expertise with commercial acumen and leadership. We focus on recruiting people who possess the flexibility to grow with TRC, in a way that works with your own personal interests, strengths and passion. We understand your career is a journey rather than a destination and along the path you choose, we will strive to provide you with support, structure and opportunities to help you succeed.
Responsibilities

• The successful applicant will be involved in interpreting and implementing regulatory requirements on a wide variety of energy-related projects including electric transmission, natural gas pipelines, and renewable energy (wind/solar) generation projects.

• Perform Environmental Inspector and/or Agricultural Inspector (EI/AI) field duties (e.g., environmental compliance, stormwater, and agricultural inspections) as needed.
• Serve as a resource to the broader compliance team, provide guidance and technical assistance.
• Perform periodic field visits to review project compliance and support TRC field staff.
• Be able to effectively coordinate field work, direct and support other technical staff, interact in the field with clients, agencies, stakeholders and contractors, and manage budgets, invoicing and schedules.

• The successful applicant will have staff management responsibilities of compliance team members and work closely with the existing management to grow the TRC team.
• Support development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of key compliance programs to support quality and strategic growth plans. Perform QA/QC review of field staff reports prior to distribution.
• Management of field staff across multiple projects throughout New York State to ensure adequate staffing.
• Provide guidance to TRC field staff and clients regarding compliance issues during active construction on energy-related projects.
• Represent clients at meetings and field visits with agency staff, including New York State Department of Public Service (DPS), Office of Renewable Energy Siting and Electric Transmission (ORES), New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), and New York State Agriculture and Markets (NYSAGM).
• Lead preparation of proposals for compliance-related opportunities including contracting agreements, rates, and scope.
• Work with Environmental Compliance Program Managers and Principal Compliance Specialists to expand TRC's environmental compliance business through client engagement and hiring full or part-time environmental monitors as project needs dictate.
• Understand and enforce permitting documents and certificates.
• Manage large project budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, or related field, and 10+ years of post-degree experience.

• Strong ability to manage budgets, prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Applicant must have 10+ years of experience permitting and/or overseeing construction at projects at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Experience with New York State Article 10, Section 94-c and Article VII (collectively now Article VIII), Part 102, State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) Permitting, NYSDEC Resource Programs (e.g., Article 15 and 24), Federal Clean Water Act and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Certificates as required.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply environmental compliance and permitting regulations of applicable regulatory agencies, including FERC, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), New York Public Service Commission (PSC), ORES, NYSDEC, and NYSAGM.

• Excellent verbal communication and technical communication skills are mandatory.

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude working under aggressive schedules.

• The candidate must have a strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

• The ability to prepare, review, and present clear and concise reports, procedures, correspondence, and other written materials is also required.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and motor vehicle records check.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous staff management experience is preferred.
• Previous NY EI/AI or construction management experience preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
Disclaimers
TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.
TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
Salary Range
USD $100,006.40 - USD $145,600.00 /Yr.