Regulatory SME (MI) - Remediation

Job Description Upstream Oil & Gas Regulatory SME - Michigan There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it. Who are we looking for? We are seeking an Upstream Oil & Gas Regulatory Subject Matter Expert with deep Michigan regulatory expertise. This individual will provide technical leadership, regulatory strategy, and client-facing advisory support focused on upstream oil and gas operations. The role supports project delivery, business development, and regulatory risk management across exploration, drilling, production, and remediation activities. WHAT YOU WILL DO • Serve as the regulatory SME for upstream oil & gas activities in Michigan • Advise clients on permitting, compliance, enforcement risk, spill response, and remediation strategy • Lead regulatory assessments, audits, corrective action programs, and closure planning • Interface directly with state and local regulatory agencies • Monitor regulatory trends, enforcement priorities, and rulemakings • Support proposal development, client negotiations, and strategic growth initiatives • Mentor and develop internal technical staff STATE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK • Michigan EGLE oversight of upstream oil & gas operations under NREPA Part 615 and associated administrative rules • Spill reporting, investigation, and remediation obligations under NREPA Parts 201 and 31 including due care and corrective action standards • Regulatory support for plugging & abandonment, legacy site remediation, and enforcement coordination with the Oil, Gas, and Minerals Division WHAT YOU WILL BRING • Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field • 15+ years of upstream oil & gas regulatory experience • Demonstrated leadership in remediation, spill response, and enforcement negotiations • Excellent technical writing and executive communication skills • Willingness to travel #LI-JS1 Benefits: - 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service {=html} - Paid time off - Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service {=html} - Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee {=html} - Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.-Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices Salary Range: $94,050 - $117,563 based on experience and location. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category p otected by federal, state, or local law.Please Apply at: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQxNDA5Ljg3NjBAZ2hkY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}