Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Jobs

A Regulatory and Permitting Specialist in the utilities industry is responsible for managing all aspects of regulatory compliance and permitting for utility projects. This includes researching and interpreting federal, state, local, and industry regulations, preparing necessary documentation, and coordinating with appropriate agencies to obtain required permits. They also serve as a liaison between their company and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all projects are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and addressing any issues that might arise during the permit application process.

Important skills for this role include excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Familiarity with the utilities industry and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks is essential, and a degree in a related field is often required. Certifications in areas like environmental law, project management, or regulatory affairs can provide a valuable competitive edge. A person might work as a project coordinator, regulatory analyst or an environmental specialist before becoming a Regulatory and Permitting Specialist in the utilities industry.

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Mgr of Regulatory Finance and Rates

  • Summit Utilities
  • Portland, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 3 days ago

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance or Economics, or a combination of education and equivalent...

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Summit Utilities
  • Lawton, OK
  • 8 days ago
  • Lawton, OK
  • 8 days ago

Summit Utilities Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019,...

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Technical and Regulatory Specialist

  • Technical and Regulatory Specialist, United States of America, CDI
  • Port Washington, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Port Washington, WI
  • 13 days ago

3 years experience working in Operations or as a Technical Customer Advisor High technical knowledge/ experience of waste transport, disposal and recycling Preferred degree or equivalent...

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Technical and Regulatory Specialist

  • Veolia
  • Port Washington, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Port Washington, NY
  • 14 days ago

Company Description Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and...

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Permit Coordinator

  • Qualus Power Services Corp
  • FL
  • 20 days ago
  • FL
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Distribution Engineering department as a Permit Coordinator....

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Manager, Regulatory Affairs I

  • MDU Resources Group, Inc.
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 22 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 22 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, engineering, or related field; and Seven years of accounting, finance/business, or engineering experience with increasing...

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Permit Coordinator

  • Qualus
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 23 days ago

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Distribution Engineering department as a Permit Coordinator....

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EH&S Specialist - Regulatory

  • Sm Energy
  • Denver, CO
  • 28 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 28 days ago

The EH&S Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of a flexible inventory of drill-ready permits. This role ensures projects meet all applicable regulatory...

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What Your Impact Is Lead environmental permitting and compliance efforts for power generation, transmission, and renewable energy projects....

Hybrid

Lead Environmental & Air Quality Regulatory Specialist

  • Seminole Electric Cooperative
  • Tampa, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences, Physical Sciences or related Engineering....

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Manager, Regulatory Strategy - Great Plains

  • ITC
  • Topeka, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Monitors and keeps abreast of federal transmission regulatory policy and electric utility legislative initiatives. Researches, analyzes and interprets...

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Sr Lead Permitting Manager

  • Lumen Technologies
  • Mountain, ND
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mountain, ND
  • 45+ days ago

Gather and negotiate the required guidelines and specifications for Engineering design requirements from the governing entities....

Remote

Environmental and Regulatory Manager

  • ON Semiconductor
  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 60+ days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field. 7+ years of experience in facilities/environmental engineering, hightech manufacturing, utility operations,...

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Fiber Permitting Specialist

  • Delta Oaks Group
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Strong stakeholder communication skills for coordinating with agencies, utilities, and internal engineering teams....

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Manager Regulatory Business - Utilities

  • Veolia
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Deep understanding of utility operations, engineering, statistics, and finance concepts. Ability to plan, prepare, and present rate cases....

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Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Licensing, Permitting, and Inspections with Public Sector Solutions
Explore the key components of effective licensing and permitting processes in the public sector. Learn how to build a regulatory framework and manage outreach This module includes the following...
Licensing, Permitting, and Inspections Data Model in Public Sector Solutions
Explore how data models enhance public sector efficiency in licensing, permitting, and inspections. Streamline your public management processes. This module includes the following lessons: Get...
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This is a crucial program aimed at educating individuals on the inherent dangers of confined spaces in various work environments. Confined spaces, characterized by limited movement, minimal entry...

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Highest Education Level

Regulatory and Permitting Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.1%
Master's Degree
27.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.5%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
Doctorate Degree
8.2%
High School or GED
6.8%
Some College
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regulatory and Permitting Specialists
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%


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