Environmental Development/Permitting - Project Manager III

Calpine
United States, California, Walnut Creek
3003 Oak Road (Show on map)
Nov 08, 2024
Description Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned) Environmental Project Managers at Calpine are responsible for the implementation of complex environmental developmental projects. This position is responsible for environmental permitting and program management related to development projects, including carbon capture, battery storage and others. Responsibility includes but is not limited to: management of air and water permitting activities for developmental projects, including regulatory analysis, emission evaluation, and air dispersion modeling; activities related to compliance with the federal NEPA process; advising Operations, Engineering, Origination, Legal, and other Calpine stakeholders on environmental requirements; evaluation of developmental activities as they pertain to ongoing power plant operations; advising corporate outreach personnel on Environmental Justice and public participation requirements; review of wetland, species, and other site evaluation reports; managing broadly programmatic requirements pertaining to development projects and other relevant plant actions; and other activities as necessary to authorize development of projects. Travel up to 25%. Location may change to another office/plant depending on candidate selected. Job Responsibilities Maintains in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and environmental data collection and evaluation. Has ability to interpret environmental regulations and permit conditions, and work with agencies to complete permitting actions that allow for needed operational flexibility. Possesses capability to resolve complex issues and function as an advanced contributor. Identifies opportunities to develop new processes, tools, services and techniques while driving continuous improvement in systems, programs, and training. Serves as central resource for various programs; ensures consistency in corporate practices and approach. Tracks and communicates regulatory changes; ensures compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plant operational requirements, as they pertain to development projects. Partners with other functional roles (Plants, Gov/Reg, Legal, Engineering, Origination) to drive a systematic approach to environmental compliance. Interprets and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards. Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar field of study; or equivalent experience. Masters preferred. 10 years of relevant experience. Substantial knowledge of environment permitting and reporting. Salary Information Salary range- $132,890 to $169,435 Additional Calpine Information: Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)