Environmental / Regulatory Advisor III

Job Title: Environmental / Regulatory Advisor III Location: Spring, TX Schedule: 5/40 Duration: 12-Month W2 contract (possibility of extension) Travel: Approximately 15% Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Environmental / Regulatory Advisor III to support a growing portfolio of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and CO2 transportation and storage projects. This is a position supporting fast‑paced, short‑cycle projects from early development through execution and handover. The successful candidate will provide environmental and regulatory expertise, with a strong focus on permitting strategy and regulatory approvals across Gulf Coast jurisdictions. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who understands regulatory expectations, can navigate complex permitting processes, and is comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities Lead environmental and regulatory permitting activities for CCS, CO₂ transportation, and storage projects. Develop and execute permitting and regulatory strategies to support project schedules and milestones. Manage environmental permitting requirements from project conception through execution and handover. Coordinate with regulatory agencies, consulting firms, and project teams to prepare and review permit applications. Serve as a subject matter expert on federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Provide guidance on wetland permitting, surface permitting, core permitting and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permitting requirements. Support compliance with the Clean Water Act and other applicable environmental regulations. Evaluate permitting pathways and approval requirements to ensure timely project execution. Collaborate with construction teams and conduct occasional site visits to support project needs. Manage multiple concurrent projects and proactively identify regulatory risks and solutions. Review maps, environmental data, and project routing information using mapping and GIS-related software. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of environmental and regulatory permitting experience; 15+ years preferred. Extensive experience with: Wetland permitting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permitting Clean Water Act compliance Demonstrated experience working with regulatory agencies along the Gulf Coast. Proven ability to develop regulatory strategies and guide projects through complex approval processes. Experience managing permitting activities across multiple projects simultaneously. Strong project management and process management skills. Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize workload in a fast‑paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting carbon capture and storage (CCS), pipeline, energy, or infrastructure projects. Previous experience working directly for or closely with environmental regulatory agencies. Experience interpreting pipeline routes, environmental constraints, and mapping data. Technical Skills Microsoft Word and Excel Google Earth and mapping/GIS software Ability to interpret environmental, geographic, and pipeline-related data Strong document review and regulatory application development skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Brunel