Environmental Specialist, III/IV

Williams & Williams

Environmental Specialist managing NEPA, FERC, water, cultural, and natural-resource permitting for Williams’ natural gas infrastructure. Supporting compliance, audits, and construction projects across Colorado and Wyoming.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeMead • Colorado, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,100 - $175,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental policy development, regulatory compliance, and permitting processes, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and project management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor others while ensuring adherence to environmental stewardship principles.

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Environmental Permitting ProcessesRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder EngagementEnvironmental Policy Development

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Hard Skills

Environmental Risk AssessmentPermit Application PreparationImpact AssessmentCompliance AuditsMitigation Strategy DevelopmentSchedulingCost EstimationDocumentation ManagementRegulatory InterpretationEnvironmental Stewardship

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

FERCNEPAClean Water ActESANHPAEnvironmental CompliancePermitting StrategiesEnvironmental StewardshipDue Diligence InvestigationsConstruction-Phase Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain working relationships with state regulatory agencies in Colorado and Wyoming while advancing permitting strategies
Develop and maintain environmental policies, processes, and compliance documentation
Interpret federal, state, and local regulations
Assess environmental risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and execute approved actions
Lead or support environmental project planning, including scheduling, cost estimation, impact assessments, and reporting
Prepare and submit complex environmental permit applications, renewals, approvals, and variances
Maintain permitting schedules aligned with project milestones
Conduct environmental compliance audits and due diligence investigations
Identify training needs and provide guidance, mentorship, and training
Monitor regulatory changes, including FERC, NEPA, Clean Water Act, ESA, and NHPA
Coordinate construction-phase compliance requirements and track implementation to closure
Improve air, water, waste management, and remediation systems
Prepare status reports and briefings for leadership and project stakeholders
Manage other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Environmental experience: minimum four (4) years for Environmental Specialist III or minimum eight (8) years for Environmental Specialist IV
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills
Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental permitting processes, including FERC and NEPA requirements
Ability to manage multiple permits across large-scale projects with aggressive deadlines
Skill in developing permitting timelines and integrating them into overall project schedules
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for agency coordination and stakeholder engagement
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external consultants effectively
Commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving permitting challenges

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent)
Fertility and adoption support
Advanced AI tools and resources
Clear paths to grow your career
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
HSA and FSA options
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee stock purchase plan
Domestic partner benefits
Employee resource groups
Wellness support
Paid volunteer time
Company matching for causes