Construction Compliance Manager

Title: Construction Compliance Manager

Location: Kern County California

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Requirement:

Position Type: Net new

Join the Future of Reliable Energy!

Are you ready to shape the future grid? Hydrostor, a leading energy storage, technology and infrastructure company dedicated to developing utility-scale, long-duration energy storage solutions, is seeking a Construction Compliance Manager to join our team in Kern County California We’re supporting the development of a more resilient electricity grid and invite you to be at the forefront of this work!

Why Hydrostor?

Our cutting-edge A-CAES technology is uniquely poised to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a reliable and secure energy future.

Your Mission

The Construction Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring the project meets all regulatory, environmental and statutory compliance obligations throughout construction, commissioning and project close-out.

Working closely with the Project Execution leadership team, EPC Contractor, engineering and environmental teams, the role oversees the implementation of the project's compliance requirements, ensuring approval conditions, permits and licence obligations are understood, tracked and delivered. The Construction Compliance Manager maintains the project's compliance systems, coordinates regulatory reporting and works closely with government agencies to ensure compliance issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.

The role provides practical advice to the project team, monitors compliance performance, manages regulatory submissions and supports the successful delivery of the project through to commercial operation.

Your Day-to-Day Adventures

Construction Compliance

• Develop and maintain the project Compliance Matrix, ensuring all approval conditions, permits and licence requirements are identified, assigned and tracked through to completion.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory approvals and statutory obligations throughout construction and commissioning.
• Work with the project team to identify compliance risks and implement practical solutions.
• Ensure compliance requirements are incorporated into construction planning and project delivery.

Regulatory Management

• Act as the primary contact for regulatory authorities throughout the project.
• Manage relationships with government agencies and coordinate inspections, audits and compliance meetings.
• Prepare and coordinate regulatory submissions, approval amendments and responses to regulator requests.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and supporting documentation.

Compliance Reporting

• Coordinate and prepare monthly and statutory compliance reports.
• Collect compliance information from the EPC Contractor, consultants and project teams.
• Ensure all compliance reporting is accurate, complete and submitted within required timeframes.
• Maintain compliance registers and reporting systems.

Project Coordination

• Work closely with the EPC Contractor and project teams to ensure compliance obligations are understood and delivered.
• Participate in project meetings and site inspections to monitor compliance performance.
• Assist project managers in resolving compliance issues that may impact construction activities or project milestones.

Monitoring & Assurance

• Conduct regular compliance inspections and audits.
• Monitor completion of compliance actions and manage corrective actions where required.
• Maintain records to demonstrate compliance and support regulatory audits.

Commissioning & Project Close-Out

• Coordinate compliance activities during commissioning and project handover.
• Manage the submission of final approvals, certifications and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure all compliance obligations have been satisfied before project completion.

Who You Are

We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Construction Compliance Manager with significant experience operating within complex construction environments ideally large-scale renewables projects.

The successful candidate will possess a thorough understanding of construction management systems, quality assurance frameworks, audit processes, and regulatory obligations, combined with a proven track record of identifying compliance risks and implementing effective corrective actions. Experience engaging with construction contractors, project leadership teams, regulatory authorities, and client representatives is essential.

What You Bring

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Experience managing compliance on major construction, mining, infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of regulatory approvals, environmental compliance and statutory obligations.
• Experience working within EPC or major project environments.
• Strong report writing skills and experience dealing with government regulators.
• Experience on large owner/operator renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of commissioning and operational compliance requirements.
• Experience with compliance management and document control systems.

Compensation Details

• Salary range $150K - $180K
• Discretionary Bonus
• Paid Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401K Program – with a match!
• Employee Share Option Plan

To Apply:

To apply for this position, submit your resume by clicking “Easy Apply”.

For more information on Hydrostor and the exciting journey we’re on visit our website at www.hydrostor.ca

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hydrostor, we know that fostering an inclusive workplace, which values diversity, inclusion, and belonging is paramount to our success.

To fulfill our mission, our goal is to attract people who come from all backgrounds and walks of life, who bring diverse perspectives with wide-ranging experiences, and who share in our common passion to drive innovation and change the global energy landscape.

Hydrostor proudly embraces the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for all employees and candidates. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental, pregnancy, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status protected by applicable law.

Hydrostor is committed to making our application and interview process accessible to everyone, and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation at any stage, please contact us at careers@hydrostor.ca. In your application, we welcome you to specify your preferred pronouns (e.g. she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.).

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Hydrostor does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select candidates during the recruitment or interview process.