Director, Environmental Affairs at Eversource Energy

Westwood, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Energy, Utilities, Environmental ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Ability to lead strategic and operational management of environmental programs across a three-state territory (CT, MA, NH)
Expertise in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Experience overseeing permitting processes, audits, reporting (e.g., air reporting for methane, SF6), and TSCA/PCB issues
Knowledge of managing environmental site remediation, including contaminated sites, MGP sites, PTC releases, oil-filled equipment, building demolition/decontamination
Proficiency in managing consultants, contractors, budgets, and coordination with legal/regulatory agencies for site closure and real estate due diligence
Capability to develop and direct environmental emergency response, spill response, on-call rotations, storm preparedness, and asbestos compliance
Skills in monitoring regulatory changes, advising leadership, and developing environmental policies/procedures supporting sustainability
Experience representing company in regulatory, community, and industry forums; decision-making on budgets, program implementation, negotiations, regulatory interpretation
Strong internal/external communication on initiatives and compliance
No need for immigration sponsorship; ability to work hybrid schedule (at least 3 days in office, up to 5 as needed)

Responsibilities

Manage a group of approximately 35 environmental professionals across Environmental Compliance, Environmental Remediation, and Environmental Field Response (including emergency response)
Ensure company-wide compliance with environmental laws/regulations; oversee permitting, audits, reporting
Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on implications/strategies
Manage TSCA/PCB issues and collaborate with other company areas for regulatory compliance at facilities
Lead investigation/remediation of contaminated sites (legacy/active facilities, MGP, PTC, oil releases); manage consultants/contractors/budgets
Coordinate with legal/regulatory agencies for site closure/documentation; support environmental real estate due diligence
Develop/maintain environmental emergency response/on-call rotations; direct spill response and storm event preparedness
Lead response to environmental incidents (spills, releases, storms); coordinate asbestos compliance
Advise senior leadership on environmental risks/opportunities; develop/implement policies/procedures supporting sustainability
Represent company in regulatory/community/industry forums; make decisions on budgets/programs/negotiations/regulatory interfacing
Communicate internally/externally on company initiatives/compliance priorities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Environmental ComplianceRegulatory CompliancePermittingAuditsEnvironmental ReportingAir ReportingRemediation ProjectsEmergency ResponseEnvironmental ManagementTeam Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this position?

This role follows a hybrid work policy, requiring employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed for emergencies, training, or other business needs.

What team does this role manage?

The Director manages a group of approximately 35 environmental professionals across three groups: Environmental Compliance, Environmental Remediation, and Environmental Field Response (EFR - including emergency response).

What are the key responsibilities in Environmental Compliance?

Key responsibilities include ensuring company-wide compliance with environmental laws, overseeing permitting processes, audits, and reporting (including air reporting for methane and SF6), monitoring regulatory changes, advising leadership, and managing TSCA/PCB issues.

Does Eversource offer immigration sponsorship for this role?

No, Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position, and applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future should not apply.

What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.