Environmental Program Mgr-Oakbrook Terrace, IL

ComEd is seeking an Environmental Program Manager in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, to support the development and implementation of environmental compliance programs. Responsibilities include creating environmental standards, managing compliance performance, and collaborating with regulatory agencies. The role emphasizes innovation, risk reduction, and community impact, contributing to a cleaner energy future. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are provided within a diverse and inclusive environment.
Who We Are
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Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.


We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).


We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.


In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.


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Primary Purpose
Assist with providing support to Exelon Management and field professionals in developing, planning, evaluating and implementing compliance/pollution prevention/lifecycle management programs, which reduce environmental liability and minimize financial impact


Primary Duties

Assist with developing environmental programs and regulatory requirements for avian, wildlife, air, water, RCRA, UST, SPCC, EPCRA/SARA and ecological media compliance activities as assigned. Develop expertise to serve as subject matter expert to business and participate on project teams to support business activities. Capable of developing written materials, such as environmental standards, employee reminders, environmental alerts, permit guides and training materials that are used for environmental guidance to line organization staff with guidance.
Develop an understanding of procedures/protocols to meet the compliance elements in all assigned environmental programs, improving efficiencies using innovative solutions, identifying gaps and coordinating cost effective, risk reducing efforts solutions. Support the development of solutions to complex environmental issues and assist with preparing reports and metrics to demonstrate findings. May support senior environmental staff that act as the technical expert in an area of responsibility. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies and other external stakeholder groups.
Assist with directing environmental studies to satisfy permit and regulatory requirements as required.
Assist in establishing processes and programs to monitor and track compliance performance, manage budget for Environmental Projects. Provide direction on existing and proposed technical environmental regulatory requirements.
Assist in the management of vendor's performance
Company Representative and active participate in industry and regulatory groups and technical committees (i.e. USWAG, UWAG, IREG, BNTS, IEMA, NERC, ANJR, EPRI, etc) to promote company environmental positions as assigned
Capable to assist with responding to environmental incidents, inform applicable Agencies, assist with mobilizing contractors, and supervise site remediation. Participate with Company personnel to determine root cause of environmental incidents, develop solutions, and initiate preventative actions.
Assist environmental services with contracting and invoicing requirements for environmental programs. Assist with overall financial management including budget and long range planning.

Job Scope

This position is responsible for providing assistance with the management of environmental programs and initiatives for the utility organization. The position requires planning and strategic interaction with diverse internal departments including Operations, Support Services, Real Estate & Facilities, Contract & Project Management, Legal, Communications, External Affairs and Financial; and interaction with external stakeholders including regulatory Federal, State, and Local agency personnel and community organizations. Requires direct supervisory oversight of numerous subject matter consultants and contractors. Position also requires strong negotiating skills and a technical understanding of a broad range of environmental subjects and principles. Requires the ability to make decisions and leverage control in ambiguous project settings involving diverse internal and external perso