Environmental Advisor

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Project Overview

Bechtel is partnering with NextDecade to support their vision to provide the world access to lower carbon intensive energy with their Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) project in Brownsville, Texas. RGLNG is a natural gas liquefaction and export terminal situated on a 984-acre site on the banks of the Brownsville ship channel. The first phase of the RGLNG project consists of three liquefaction trains, two storage tanks and one marine berth. At full capacity, the five-train facility will have a production capacity of 27 million tonnes per annum (MTPA).

Brownsville, Texas is a city known for its diverse history, tradition, and rich culture. Located in the southernmost region in the beautiful state of Texas, lays Brownsville a rich, tropical oasis bordering the Rio Grande River and near the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Brownsville embraces innovation, looks forward to the future and beyond!

Job Summary

In this role, you will assist in integrating environmental requirements into project planning, permitting, design, construction, commissioning, startup, and operations. You will provide technical guidance regarding environmental mitigation tasks, participate in emergency response, and conduct inspections. Your work will help ensure project compliance with contract, regulatory, and Bechtel requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• Supports execution of the environmental component of an ESH Program inclusive of technical and administrative aspects.
• Assists development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans, associated environmental plans and procedures, and training program.
• Assists the integration of environmental requirements into planning, design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Interprets environmental requirements and provides guidance on related tasks for program execution.
• Researches issues and regulatory requirements and prepares documentation and reports.
• Assists with environmental permitting, studies, risk assessments, and reviews involving site conditions, natural resources, cultural resources, and communities.
• Participates in emergency response and aids incident investigation and resolution.
• Participates in meetings with customers, team members, subcontractors, permitting agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Conducts inspections and environmental monitoring and sampling to help identify risks, confirm the effectiveness of mitigation measures, and assess compliance with contract, regulatory, and Bechtel requirements.
• Provides guidance regarding environmental mitigation, permit conditions, sustainability concepts, and protection of environmentally sensitive areas, species, and communities.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) related to environmental sciences, field biology, or natural resources and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor of Science in life sciences (e.g., biology, ecology, forestry), physical sciences (e.g., geology, meteorology), or environmental engineering from an accredited institution.
• Strong understanding of environmental science/engineering principles, systems, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of U.S. federal (and preferably Texas state) environmental laws and regulations, including permitting processes and regulatory agency requirements.
• Familiarity with industry standards for environmental compliance and best management practices to minimize environmental impacts during project execution.
• Understanding of engineering and construction systems, methods, planning, estimating, and execution processes.
• Experience in environmental monitoring, compliance inspections, and implementation of controls during construction activities.
• Experience managing or providing technical oversight of environmental subcontractors or consultants in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials and waste management, erosion and sediment control, and site restoration techniques.
• Familiarity with organizational structures, administrative procedures, and standard computer applications (e.g., Bechtel systems).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Prior practical experience in both office (e.g., environmental program management, budgeting, staffing) and field environments (e.g., construction execution or operating facilities).
• Spanish/English communication skills preferred.

Additional Information: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift or split shift. This position has a work scope that includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

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