Environmental Coordinator

NiSource

. Lead environmental planning, permitting, compliance, and regulatory approval efforts for utility infrastructure projects .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeMerrillville • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $96,600 - $144,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental planning, permitting, and compliance for utility infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on regulatory negotiations and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in developing project strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and standards.

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Environmental PermittingRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementTechnical Report WritingStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Environmental PlanningNatural Resource PermittingRisk Mitigation StrategiesEnvironmental Regulations KnowledgeProject SchedulingBudget ManagementAnalytical SkillsPermit Application PreparationTechnical Studies CoordinationCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationConsensus BuildingAdaptabilitySelf-Direction

Tools & Technologies

GISSAPWork Management SystemsEnvironmental Compliance DatabasesProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PWSCPESCCEPPMP

Industry Keywords

Utility InfrastructureFederal Regulatory AgenciesNEPAClean Water ActFERCMISOElectric TransmissionNatural Gas PipelinesRenewable Energy DevelopmentsCommunity Relations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead environmental planning, permitting, compliance, and regulatory approval efforts for utility infrastructure projects
Develop permitting strategies, project schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
Coordinate environmental surveys, technical studies, due diligence, consultants, and contractor resources
Represent the company with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including negotiations, consultations, inspections, and proceedings
Support routing, siting, alternatives analyses, and project design reviews by evaluating environmental constraints and permitting risks
Ensure environmental permits, programs, and compliance obligations are implemented throughout planning, construction, commissioning, and closeout
Monitor and interpret environmental regulations and assess impacts on business operations
Develop and implement environmental programs, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on environmental, business, regulatory, sustainability, compliance, permitting, and remediation initiatives
Prepare regulatory summaries, technical reports, formal agency comments, and written communications
Communicate project status, environmental performance, risks, and compliance matters to leadership and stakeholders
Support public outreach, stakeholder engagement, and community relations
Promote a safe work environment and protect employees, contractors, the public, and the environment
Maintain current knowledge of environmental regulations, industry trends, and regulatory processes
Support emergency response efforts when needed, including work outside normal hours or outside typical responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Planning, or related field; equivalent utility industry experience may be substituted
Minimum 7-9 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental permitting, natural resource permitting, environmental planning, or regulatory compliance
Experience obtaining environmental permits and approvals for major utility, energy, transmission, pipeline, or infrastructure projects
Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure projects, including electric transmission lines, substations, natural gas pipelines, generation facilities, renewable energy developments, or battery storage projects
Experience coordinating with USACE, USFWS, EPA, IDEM, Indiana DNR, state historic preservation offices, and local regulatory agencies
Experience managing environmental consultants, technical studies, budgets, and project schedules
Ability to evaluate permitting risks and develop practical project execution strategies
Strong written communication skills and experience preparing permit applications, technical reports, agency correspondence, and executive-level summaries
Working knowledge of Clean Water Act Sections 401 and 404, NEPA, ESA, NHPA, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Indiana environmental regulations and permitting requirements
Strong learning agility and ability to adapt to a changing environment
Competence with electronic spreadsheets and word processing software
Ability to work cooperatively, build consensus, and lead in diverse team settings
Ability to use professional judgment and work self-directed with minimal supervision
Well-developed analytical and communication skills
Approximately 5% travel
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred: Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Planning, or related field
Preferred: Professional certification such as PWS, CPESC, CEP, PMP, or similar credential
Preferred: Direct electric and natural gas utility industry experience
Preferred: Experience supporting FERC, MISO, regional transmission, or generation interconnection projects
Preferred: Experience with GIS, SAP, work management systems, environmental compliance databases, and project management tools
Preferred: Experience managing third-party consultants

Benefits

Comp & perks

Approximately 5% travel
Professional growth and development opportunities
Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process and employment
Potential eligibility for consideration for other matching roles