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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Manager Regulatory Affairs

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical...

Regulatory Specialist - Registration

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Energy Credit Account Holders (RECAH)....

ComEd - Prin Regulatory Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Manager - Regulatory Affairs

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage....

Remote Work

Strong understanding of the National Electric Code for renewable energy, particularly solar and energy storage related articles Familiarity of product standards (UL 2202, UL 2594, UL 2252, UL 2251,...

Permitting Specialist

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago

Position Information New Hanover County's Building Safety Permitting department is seeking a customer-oriented, computer-savvyPermitting Specialistwho knows how to provide top-notch service and is...

Senior Environmental Permitting Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Your Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and project management on a wide variety of environmental planning and wetland permitting projects for clients in the renewable energy, transportation...

Senior FERC Regulatory Specialist (Hydropower)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Senior FERC Regulatory Specialist (Hydropower) - (181501) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where...

Environmental & Permitting Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years' experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future....

Lead Air Permitting Specialist Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago

Domestic and international consulting, permitting, licensing, and environmental quality review processes for power generation projects, industrial projects, water and wastewater treatment facilities...

Regulatory Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Regulatory Manager CenterPoint Energy - 3.7 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time Estimated: $111K - $151K a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Paid time off...

Lead Air Permitting Specialist

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 6 days ago

Domestic and international consulting, permitting, licensing, and environmental quality review processes for power generation projects, industrial projects, water and wastewater treatment facilities...

degree or at least 3 years of related work experience in a design/product deployment role Ability to read and communicate wiring schematics and product work instructions for renewable energy systems...

Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Comanche Peak

  • Glen Rose, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Glen Rose, TX
  • 7 days ago

Performing commitment reviews as requested Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements: Bachelor of science degree in Engineering or technical discipline OR Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • GA
  • 7 days ago
  • GA
  • 7 days ago

energy power generation plants in Canada and the U.S....

Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Explore the objects for streamlining licensing, permitting, and inspections. This module includes the following lessons: Get Started with Accounts and Applications Review Regulatory Authorities...
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Our Maine electrical continuing education courses are approved by the state to satisfy your CE requirements (Our Maine Regulatory Licensing and Permitting Approval Number is: 130). Take the...
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Salary for Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Regulatory and Permitting Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.6%
Master's Degree
25.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
7.5%

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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