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Plains End, located in Arvada, CO, is a key energy facility comprising two natural gas-fired reciprocating engine peaking units. Plains End I began operations in May 2002 with a generating capacity of 113 MW, followed by Plains End II in May 2008 with a capacity of 115 MW. Together, the two units provide a combined capacity of 228 MW, supporting the delivery of reliable and flexible power to meet regional energy demands.
Opportunity Summary
The Environmental Compliance Manager leads the implementation and oversight of environmental, NERC, and safety compliance programs at Plains End, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and site-specific requirements. This role manages air quality, stormwater, pollution prevention, NERC Reliability Compliance, and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) while maintaining compliance documentation and working closely with plant personnel, regulatory agencies, and the facility owner to support regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and a strong safety culture.
Your scope of responsibility as Environmental Compliance Manager includes the following primary functions:
Environmental
- Lead and administer environmental compliance programs, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and site-specific regulatory requirements.
- Manage air quality compliance, including Title V permit requirements, emissions monitoring, recordkeeping, regulatory reporting, and permit renewals or modifications.
- Oversee water quality and pollution prevention programs, including the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), environmental inspections, sampling, and corrective actions.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, facility ownership, and corporate support teams, coordinating inspections, permit actions, and regulatory reporting.
- Maintain and continuously improve the facility's Environmental Management System (EMS), compliance tracking, and environmental documentation.
- Manage environmental programs related to chemical storage, spill prevention, pollution control, and stormwater compliance while monitoring regulatory changes and implementing program improvements.
NERC
- Administer and maintain the facility's NERC Reliability Compliance program, ensuring compliance with applicable Reliability Standards and Owner requirements.
- Monitor NERC, Regional Entity, and industry developments, implementing regulatory changes necessary to maintain compliance.
- Develop and maintain compliance records, audit evidence, RSAWs, self-certifications, and other required documentation.
- Coordinate and support NERC audits, spot checks, investigations, and compliance reviews by preparing documentation and providing timely responses.
- Provide guidance and training to plant personnel on NERC requirements, compliance procedures, and regulatory changes affecting plant operations.
Safety Compliance
- Lead and administer facility safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
- Conduct safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses while ensuring timely completion of corrective actions.
- Maintain safety records and training programs while promoting a strong safety culture through employee coaching, communication, and continuous improvement.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Environmental Compliance Manager reports to the Plant Manager. Maintains a close working relationship with NAES Corporate Safety, Environmental and NERC Support Services as well as Client Corporate contacts.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The Environmental Compliance Manager typically works a Monday through Friday day shift schedule. Occasional extended hours, flexible schedules, weekends, holidays, and periodic on-call duty may be required to support plant operations, outages, and compliance activities.
Some travel may be involved to participate in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.
Compensation
This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $135,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, engineering, or a related field is preferred. OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, Level V Environmental Certification, or equivalent professional certification is desirable. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
- Demonstrated experience managing environmental compliance programs in power generation, industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, or other regulated industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including Title V air permitting, stormwater management, SPCC, hazardous waste management, and environmental reporting requirements.
- Experience supporting environmental inspections, audits, permit renewals, regulatory reporting, and agency communications.
- Experience supporting NERC Reliability Compliance programs, including audit preparation, evidence retention, compliance documentation, self-certifications, and RSAWs.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, DOT, NFPA, and NEC standards, with the ability to integrate environmental and safety compliance into plant operations.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate regulatory changes, assess compliance risks, develop corrective actions, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships, manage multiple priorities, and meet regulatory deadlines.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
Plains End, located in Arvada, CO, is a key energy facility comprising two natural gas-fired reciprocating engine peaking units. Plains End I began operations in May 2002 with a generating capacity of 113 MW, followed by Plains End II in May 2008 with a capacity of 115 MW. Together, the two units provide a combined capacity of 228 MW, supporting the delivery of reliable and flexible power to meet regional energy demands.
Opportunity Summary
The Environmental Compliance Manager leads the implementation and oversight of environmental, NERC, and safety compliance programs at Plains End, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and site-specific requirements. This role manages air quality, stormwater, pollution prevention, NERC Reliability Compliance, and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) while maintaining compliance documentation and working closely with plant personnel, regulatory agencies, and the facility owner to support regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and a strong safety culture.
Your scope of responsibility as Environmental Compliance Manager includes the following primary functions:
Environmental
- Lead and administer environmental compliance programs, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and site-specific regulatory requirements.
- Manage air quality compliance, including Title V permit requirements, emissions monitoring, recordkeeping, regulatory reporting, and permit renewals or modifications.
- Oversee water quality and pollution prevention programs, including the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), environmental inspections, sampling, and corrective actions.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, facility ownership, and corporate support teams, coordinating inspections, permit actions, and regulatory reporting.
- Maintain and continuously improve the facility's Environmental Management System (EMS), compliance tracking, and environmental documentation.
- Manage environmental programs related to chemical storage, spill prevention, pollution control, and stormwater compliance while monitoring regulatory changes and implementing program improvements.
NERC
- Administer and maintain the facility's NERC Reliability Compliance program, ensuring compliance with applicable Reliability Standards and Owner requirements.
- Monitor NERC, Regional Entity, and industry developments, implementing regulatory changes necessary to maintain compliance.
- Develop and maintain compliance records, audit evidence, RSAWs, self-certifications, and other required documentation.
- Coordinate and support NERC audits, spot checks, investigations, and compliance reviews by preparing documentation and providing timely responses.
- Provide guidance and training to plant personnel on NERC requirements, compliance procedures, and regulatory changes affecting plant operations.
Safety Compliance
- Lead and administer facility safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
- Conduct safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses while ensuring timely completion of corrective actions.
- Maintain safety records and training programs while promoting a strong safety culture through employee coaching, communication, and continuous improvement.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Environmental Compliance Manager reports to the Plant Manager. Maintains a close working relationship with NAES Corporate Safety, Environmental and NERC Support Services as well as Client Corporate contacts.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The Environmental Compliance Manager typically works a Monday through Friday day shift schedule. Occasional extended hours, flexible schedules, weekends, holidays, and periodic on-call duty may be required to support plant operations, outages, and compliance activities.
Some travel may be involved to participate in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.
Compensation
This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $135,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, engineering, or a related field is preferred. OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, Level V Environmental Certification, or equivalent professional certification is desirable. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
- Demonstrated experience managing environmental compliance programs in power generation, industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, or other regulated industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including Title V air permitting, stormwater management, SPCC, hazardous waste management, and environmental reporting requirements.
- Experience supporting environmental inspections, audits, permit renewals, regulatory reporting, and agency communications.
- Experience supporting NERC Reliability Compliance programs, including audit preparation, evidence retention, compliance documentation, self-certifications, and RSAWs.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, DOT, NFPA, and NEC standards, with the ability to integrate environmental and safety compliance into plant operations.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate regulatory changes, assess compliance risks, develop corrective actions, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships, manage multiple priorities, and meet regulatory deadlines.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Compliance Manager
Document your regulatory credentials before applying
Compile certifications like CHMM, CIH, or state-specific environmental licenses alongside your degree transcripts. PERM requires your employer to advertise for your exact role, and gaps in documented qualifications can trigger DOL audit requests.
Target industries with active PERM filing histories
Utilities, petrochemical, mining, and manufacturing companies file PERM petitions regularly for compliance roles due to chronic specialist shortages. Focusing your search on these regulated sectors puts you in front of employers already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Compliance Manager openings by employers with green card sponsorship history. This cuts out companies that would need to be educated on the PERM process from scratch before making you an offer.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your offer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, expect EB-3 classification. Roles requiring a master's or equivalent specialized experience in environmental law or engineering can qualify for EB-2, which matters for priority date timelines if you're from an oversubscribed country.
Understand the PERM recruitment timeline before negotiating a start date
PERM labor certification alone takes six months or more after DOL receives the application. Your employer must complete mandatory recruitment steps before filing, so factor this into any conversations about your onboarding date or interim work authorization bridge.
Verify your job description matches the PERM minimum requirements exactly
DOL audits environmental compliance roles closely when job duties appear overly broad or the stated minimum requirements seem inflated. Work with your employer to ensure the PERM job description reflects what the position genuinely requires, not what you personally bring.
Green Card Environmental Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Compliance Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined and what your employer documents as the minimum requirement. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field typically qualify for EB-3. If the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent specialized knowledge in environmental law or regulatory compliance, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's PERM job description locks in the classification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years with no path to permanence on its own, and it's subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries and leads directly to lawful permanent residency. The trade-off is timeline: PERM and I-140 processing adds 12 to 24 months or more before you reach adjustment of status.
How do I find Environmental Compliance Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Environmental Compliance Manager roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Many regulated-industry employers in utilities, chemical manufacturing, and natural resources sponsor this role routinely, but that's not always visible in a standard job posting. Filtering by sponsorship history before applying saves significant time.
What does the PERM process look like for an Environmental Compliance Manager position?
Your employer files a labor certification application with DOL certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role at the prevailing wage. DOL requires mandatory recruitment steps before submission, including job postings and newspaper advertisements. If certified, your employer then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The full process from PERM filing to I-140 approval typically spans 18 months to three years depending on DOL backlogs and your country of birth.
Can my employer use my current work experience to meet the PERM minimum requirements?
DOL prohibits employers from tailoring PERM minimum requirements to match your specific background. The stated requirements must reflect what the job genuinely needs, not what you happen to have. However, experience gained with a different employer in the same or similar role is fully creditable. If you have relevant compliance experience outside your current company, your employer can lawfully include it as a documented minimum requirement.