Manager, Environmental Compliance

Cypress Creek Energy is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

Overview

This new role will involve working collaboratively with Cypress’ Asset Management division to manage environmental compliance and act as a subject matter expert for operating facility assets and constructed projects entering the company’s fleet. The successful candidate will drive regulatory compliance for a large portfolio of construction and permanent stormwater and stabilization permits, focused primarily on operating assets in the Southeast region. The successful candidate will have a key role in contributing to development of an asset management environmental compliance and permit tracking process, conducting a fleet-wide permit inventory review within the first 60 days. The successful candidate will be able to engage internal teams and regulatory agencies in permitting strategies, provide key input to senior leadership to support joint decision making, and reduce environmental compliance risk. We are looking for a team member able to hit the ground running, who thrives in a dynamic, solutions-driven environment balancing regulatory rigor with operational efficiency.

Education & Experience Required

Preferred certifications: CPESC, CESSWI
Experience with SWPPP inspections or filing registrations/NOIs/NOTs
Experience developing processes or best management practices for regulatory audits or environmental compliance programs.
Understanding of permit compliance requirements in relation to Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts.
Exceptional record keeping skills.
Ability for travel (less than 20%) to operational sites or agency meetings, when needed and scheduled in advance
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Location: The position is open to our office locations in Asheville, NC and Durham, NC. Our team operates on a hybrid schedule, with in-office schedule of three days per week. Remote candidates will also be considered.

Compensation: The salary range for the position is $100,000 – $120,000 plus bonus and benefits. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

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