About Nextdecade Corporation
NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.
Summary Of The Role
The successful candidate will be an experienced and proactive environmental professional to lead air quality compliance at the Rio Grande LNG Facility. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep regulatory knowledge and operational experience in LNG or petrochemical facilities - especially during both commissioning and steady-state operations.
Reporting to the Director, Operations Regulatory & Environmental Compliance, the Manager, Air Quality Compliance will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving the site’s air compliance programs. The role includes oversight of all site-specific federal and state regulatory obligations and direct supervision of 1–2 environmental team members. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, manage multiple projects under pressure, and collaborate effectively across departments.
This position is located in Brownsville, TX.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:•Supervise and develop 1–2 environmental professionals
•Lead design and execution of the Air Quality Compliance Program, including compliance during commissioning and early operations
•Develop and maintain procedures supporting Title V, PSD, and other air permitting requirements
•Prepare or oversee regulatory reports such as Title V deviation reports, Annual Compliance Certifications, GHG reports, Emissions Inventories, and internal sustainability metrics
•Manage ongoing emission inventories and air compliance records; prepare and present summary reports to site and corporate leadership
•Interface with contractors, site teams, and corporate staff to collect data demonstrating compliance with monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting obligations
•Interpret and apply federal and state air quality regulations, including NSPS, NESHAP, and TCEQ requirements
•Lead or participate in internal audits, functional verifications, and incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
•Develop and deliver air quality compliance training tailored to site operations and personnel responsibilities
•Set up and maintain environmental emission calculations within NextDecade’s chosen environmental software system, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and regulatory alignment
•Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce environmental impact and improve compliance efficiency
•Enhance regulatory systems and data tools to ensure real-time visibility, accurate reporting, and improved team workflows
•Perform other duties as assigned to support evolving business needs
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
•Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Environmental), or a related field
•10+ years of environmental compliance experience in the energy, LNG, petrochemical, refining, or gas transmission sectors
•Experience supporting both commissioning and ongoing operations at industrial sites
•Strong understanding of Clean Air Act requirements and Title V/PSD permit programs
•Demonstrated experience in air emission calculations, reporting, and regulatory submissions
•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); familiarity with data and compliance management systems
•Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interface across levels and disciplines
•Proven organizational and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail
•Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage high-pressure deadlines
•TWIC card (must be maintained in good standing)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•10+ years of focused air quality permitting and compliance experience in Texas
•Experience leading or mentoring a team of environmental professionals
•5+ years of on-site LNG operational experience
•Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings (P&IDs, specs, site plans)
•Familiarity with environmental auditing, digital compliance systems, and emission quantification tools
•Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
•Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities under pressure
•Deep understanding of major hazard awareness and operational risks in LNG environments
Job Site Work Environment
•Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
•Operates in a complex construction environment
•Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
•Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions
•Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits
•Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction
•Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.
•Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required
•Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations
•Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift
•The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities
•Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance
•Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
•Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods
•May be required to enter confined spaces
•May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
•In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire
NEXTDECADE VALUES
•Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us
•Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do
•Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions
•Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work
•Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders
•Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed
NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Brownsville, TX
full_time
