Mgr Permitting- Gathering and Processing

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

The Permitting Manager is responsible for providing mentorship and proactive leadership to a team of environmental professionals who support our capital expansion and tactical projects. This role requires an effective leader who can lead team members as well as influence and encourage others to promote environmental stewardship and project execution.

• Establish consistent permitting processes and personnel accountabilities for expansion projects
• Manage division of work, methods, and procedures to ensure the permitting function meets the needs of key internal stakeholders
• Ensure priorities and performance of the permitting team are in alignment with the expectations and goals of the company
• Lead, provide support and participate in incident investigations for project‑related environmental incidents
• Coordinate resources, including contractor resources when needed for permitting and construction compliance efforts
• Provide technical support and interpretation of various environmental regulations, policies and procedures to our business partners
• Work with internal teams and external partners to develop and implement permitting strategies for all projects
• Develop and lead high‑performing work teams
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field
• Minimum six (6) years in the energy industry, including a minimum of five (5) years of supervisory/management experience

• License or certification in engineering, project management or environmental field
• Environmental due diligence experience

• Demonstrate excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
• Broad knowledge concerning environmental regulations, policies, and procedures at federal and state levels
• Experience with the NEPA review process under BLM or FERC for linear projects
• Experience interacting with federal, state, and local officials related to permitting and compliance
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem‑solving skills, and ability to communicate and connect with senior leaders

• Competitive compensation
• Annual incentive program
• Hybrid work model – one work from home day each week for most office‑based roles
• Flexible work schedule for most field‑based roles
• 401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Health savings account option with potential company contribution
• Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off, including floating and company holidays
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Robust employee learning and development
• High internal mobility (promotions from within)
• Parental leave (up to 6 weeks per parent)
• Fertility coverage and adoption benefits
• Domestic partner benefits
• Educational reimbursement
• Non‑profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer
• Employee resource groups
• Employee assistance programs
• Technology to make work more productive and collaborative
• Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes