Analyst, Environmental and Regulatory Projects

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Analyst, Environmental and Regulatory Projects will advise on federal agency requirements and industry standards relevant to the permitting, construction and operation of Liquefied Natural Gas (“LNG”) facilities. Under general supervision, the Analyst will support permitting tasks related to capital development projects, including all phases of the FERC regulatory process, environmental permitting, and regulatory support of LNG and pipeline projects in the development and construction phases.  

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• The Analyst will work to support the Environmental and Regulatory Department’s overall mission of permitting new projects and expansions, providing compliance support, and evaluating regulatory changes across a wide range of regulatory programs, including but not limited to such programs developed under the NGA, NEPA, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, PHMSA and the Pipeline Safety Laws. 
• The Analyst will support the broader team’s efforts under FERC’s NGA and NEPA process for jurisdictional projects and activities, including preparing and reviewing technical reports, oversight and review of hazards analysis, and progressing siting requirements for LNG facilities. 
• Interface with engineering and other technical staff including internal stakeholders, contractors/consultants, and representatives of state and federal agencies. for example: FERC, USACE, USFWS, TCEQ.
• Ensure timely communication of project schedules and deliverables, as well as timely submission of required notifications applicable for facilities in development and under construction. 
• Advises the regulatory team, other groups within the company as well as federal regulators on complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards.​  
• Monitor, audit and prepare reports to assure compliance with applicable regulations, permit conditions, site-specific conditions, requirements, policies or other authorizing documents required by federal, state and local regulatory agencies. 
• Update management on any deviations related to permit conditions or other performance requirements. Seek continuous improvement in alignment with corporate and facility performance goals.
• Assist with the review and oversight of new regulatory initiatives ensuring compliance with existing regulations.  

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge

Expertise in U.S. regulatory requirements, policies, guidance, and industry standards, including those relevant to FERC Natural Gas Act (“NGA”) Section 3 and Section 7 permitting and PHMSA regulations applicable to the design and construction of LNG and pipeline facilities.  In depth understanding of applicable federal regulations, codes, and standards relevant to LNG and pipeline facilities such as NFPA 59A, 49 CFR 193 and API 752, 753 and 756. Broad understanding of federal, state, and local regulations, codes, standards and permits required to construct LNG and pipeline facilities, including but not limited to the Natural Gas Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. An understanding of the design, siting and construction of LNG facilities, including hazard modeling software and layers of protection. 

Skills: 

• Exceptional leadership, management, and administrative abilities.  Highly functional in both team and individual effort projects.

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.  

• Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy.  

• Comprehensive understanding of pool and jet fires, vapor dispersion, toxicity, thermal radiation, explosions and BLEVE hazards related to LNG facilities, preferred.

• Understanding of plot plans, PFDs, P&IDs, H&MBs, specifications, data sheets and equipment lists, preferred.

• Problem solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision in a dynamic work environment.  

• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite consisting of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Process Safety, or Fire Protection preferred), or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in LNG. Compensation will be determined by level of experience.

DIRECT REPORTS

There are no direct reports. 

FREEDOM TO ACT

The Analyst has a high degree of aptitude in their field and requires moderate supervision.  The Analyst shall be empowered to recommend corrective actions as needed and will document the corrective actions that may have violated company policy or laws and regulations pursuant to facility regulatory requirements, permits or authorizations.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Job is performed in a typical office and/or construction site environment, is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others. 
• Business requirements may occasionally necessitate that work be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends. 
• Business requirements may include periodic travel, including to operating facilities or facilities under construction. 
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere. 

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.