The APEX Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX, currently under Phase 1 construction, is expected to expand to 1.6 GW. It features a diverse mix of generation technologies, including Siemens SGT-800/400 simple cycle turbines, MAN/Everllence 18V51/60G gas reciprocating engines, GE LM6000/LM2500 simple cycle turbines, Pratt & Whitney FT8 simple cycle turbines, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), enabling flexible, reliable power output. Future expansion may include additional GE aero and large frame units (6B, 7FA/7FB/7H) in simple or combined cycle configurations, allowing the plant to efficiently meet varying energy demands while supporting data center grid reliability.
Opportunity Summary
The Environmental Manager at the APEX Power Co. Project will lead pre-commissioning environmental activities to ensure all permits, regulatory approvals, and compliance systems are in place for safe, reliable plant start-up. This role will oversee environmental risk management, monitoring, audits, and contractor compliance for the facility’s turbines, reciprocating engines, and battery energy storage systems. Once operational, the Environmental Manager will maintain regulatory compliance, lead inspections, manage reporting, and drive sustainability initiatives to support the plant’s safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation.
As Environmental Manager, your responsibilities specific to the Pre-Commissioning Phase include the following functions:
- Verify that all environmental permits, notifications, and regulatory approvals required for the facility’s commercial operation are in place, approved, and ready prior to start-up, including those related to air, water, waste, chemical, and stormwater programs.
- Identify potential environmental risks during commissioning, develop mitigation measures, and implement controls to prevent spills, discharges, or other environmental incidents during testing and start-up.
- Conduct environmental site inspections and internal audits to verify compliance with SPCC/FRP, SWPPP, and other pre-commissioning environmental requirements.
- Ensure construction and commissioning contractors follow environmental policies and procedures during equipment installation, testing, and start-up activities.
- Oversee environmental monitoring (emissions, stormwater, and wastewater) during turbine, engine, and BESS start-up tests and temporary operations to demonstrate regulatory compliance before commercial operation.
- Establish EMS records, compliance plans, and reporting templates for operational readiness, ensuring all systems, equipment, and monitoring programs are prepared for transition to full operations.
- Provide environmental awareness training to commissioning engineers, operators, and contractors, and coordinate environmental requirements with operations and safety teams during pre-commissioning.
Your scope of responsibility as Environmental Manager includes the following primary functions:
- Coordinate, oversee, and implement daily multi-media environmental programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and site-specific permit requirements.
- Ensure timely completion of Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) reporting in accordance with Title V permit requirements enforced by DEQ and EPA.
- Monitor and report on all regulated media (air, water, waste, and chemicals), including sampling, analysis, and submission of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual regulatory reports to DEQ, EPA, and other relevant agencies.
- Maintain multi-media environmental compliance plans and the Environmental Management System (EMS) filing system, including SPCC/FRP, SWPPP, and CEMS QA/QC programs.
- Lead regulatory inspections, coordinate site visits, respond to information requests, and support permit modifications, renewals, and environmental impact assessments for facility expansions or technology additions.
- Conduct internal environmental audits, risk assessments, and preventative measures to identify and mitigate potential compliance issues.
- Oversee contractor and vendor environmental compliance across all plant activities, including construction, maintenance, and operations.
- Manage environmental incident response, including spill containment, emissions excursions, and reporting to regulatory agencies as required.
- Conduct EHS and environmental training for all plant personnel and promote awareness of environmental responsibilities.
- Support sustainability initiatives, emissions reduction programs, and other energy-sector environmental improvement efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible activities.
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 Manager reports to the Plant Manager and coordinates activities with the Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Safety Manager, Plant Engineer and Office Administration. This role also interfaces with contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) personnel to ensure necessary support and coordination.
Additionally, the Environmental Manager maintains a close working relationship with NAES corporate Environmental Support Services groups, as well as the Client’s 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 Manager works a standard Monday to Friday day shift schedule, ensuring consistent plant operation and support during regular business hours. This position will occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status may also be required.
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 $126,250 to $148,716 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Professional Expertise & Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong passion for regulatory standards, environmental reporting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience desired. Certification as Level 5 or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER desired. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Proven experience leading environmental compliance programs in industrial or power generation facilities, with practical knowledge of power plant systems and operations—including turbines, reciprocating engines, and battery energy storage—and their impact on environmental performance and regulatory compliance.
- Direct experience managing Title V air permits, including applications, renewals, compliance certifications, deviation reporting, and coordination with federal and state regulatory agencies.
- In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations for air, water, hazardous materials, waste, and workplace safety, with specialized expertise in at least one area.
- Skilled in operating Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and electronic reporting platforms to ensure accurate, timely environmental data collection and submission.
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate complex environmental risks in dynamic industrial settings, including development of corrective and preventative measures.
- Proven ability to develop and deliver environmental and EHS training programs while effectively communicating complex issues, building consensus, and collaborating with employees, contractors, commissioning teams, and regulators to foster a culture of awareness and compliance.
- Advanced capability with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and other software tools essential for compliance tracking, reporting, and environmental program management.
- 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 have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
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We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong passion for regulatory standards, environmental reporting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
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Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience desired. Certification as Level 5 or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER desired. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education.
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Proven experience leading environmental compliance programs in industrial or power generation facilities, with practical knowledge of power plant systems and operations—including turbines, reciprocating engines, and battery energy storage—and their impact on environmental performance and regulatory compliance.
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Direct experience managing Title V air permits, including applications, renewals, compliance certifications, deviation reporting, and coordination with federal and state regulatory agencies.
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In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations for air, water, hazardous materials, waste, and workplace safety, with specialized expertise in at least one area.
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Skilled in operating Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and electronic reporting platforms to ensure accurate, timely environmental data collection and submission.
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Ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate complex environmental risks in dynamic industrial settings, including development of corrective and preventative measures.
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Proven ability to develop and deliver environmental and EHS training programs while effectively communicating complex issues, building consensus, and collaborating with employees, contractors, commissioning teams, and regulators to foster a culture of awareness and compliance.
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Advanced capability with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and other software tools essential for compliance tracking, reporting, and environmental program management.
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Bachelors or better in Environmental Sciences or related field
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Leadership
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Environmental Compliance and Reporting
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Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
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Environmental Regulations and Legislation
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Environmental Permitting
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Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
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Environmental Awareness and Stewardship
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Environmental Science and Management
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Title V / Air Permitting
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Hazardous Waste Management
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SPCC - Spill Prevent Control & Countermeasure
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CEMs - Continuous Emission Monitoring
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Power Plant Operations
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Power Plant Fundamentals
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Power Generation
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DAS/DAHS - Data Acquisition & Handling System
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Safety Program Development and Maintenance
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Safety Policies and Procedures Management
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Safety & Compliance Standards (OSHA/NFPA/EPA)
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NERC Reliability Standards Compliance
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Equal Opportunity Employer
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