Director, Development Permitting & Environmental

Job overview

The Director, Development Permitting & Environmental is an onsite role based in Houston, TX. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the Asset Development portfolio at Talen Energy. This role exists to lead the owner's-side environmental development and permitting capability for power generation, battery storage, and digital infrastructure projects. The director will convert regulatory complexity into practical recommendations to improve project viability and investment readiness.

What you'll do

• Build and lead the Environmental Development & Permitting function.
• Partner with site origination to screen opportunities and identify fatal flaws.
• Develop permitting roadmaps for active projects.
• Lead air-permitting strategy for gas-fired generation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

houston tx

talen energy

director

environmental permitting

energy development

onsite

infrastructure

regulatory

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) plan.

Why this role

Focus on development-stage environmental permitting for energy infrastructure.

About the employer

Talen Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Environmental Consulting Services. Sector: 54.