About M2X: M2X Energy is a well-funded, venture-backed company. Our mission is to reduce the amount of gas that is flared and instead to create economically viable products. M2X Energy was founded on the belief that climate solutions must be economically viable to have the greatest impact. Today M2X Energy is rethinking how fuels and chemicals are made to minimize wasteful gas flaring and reduce the associated environmental and social consequences. M2X is rapidly growing and the demand for converting stranded, uneconomic biogas and associated gas to valuable low-carbon fuels and chemicals is strong. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our global, revolutionary products. M2X is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About the Role: The Director of Field Operations and Development will oversee the end-to-end development and execution of new projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and sustainability objectives. This role includes managing a multidisciplinary team responsible for permitting, utility interconnections, site design, commissioning, environmental credit registration, and offtake logistics. The Director will play a critical role in shaping the company’s operational and strategic development initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Project Development Leadership:

• Work alongside Chief Development Officer to ensure all teams are aligned on progress and next steps.
• Oversee all aspects of new project development from conception to completion.
• Ensure alignment of projects with organizational goals, budgets, and timelines.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.

Permitting and Regulatory Compliance:

• Manage and oversee team focused on permitting processes at local, state, and federal levels.
• Ensure all projects comply with applicable regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with the Director of Regulatory Compliance to mitigate risks and secure approvals.

Utility Interconnections:

• Oversee the utility interconnection process, ensuring efficient and cost-effective solutions.
• Negotiate agreements with utility providers.

Site Design and Engineering:

• Ensure engineering groups are aligned on site layouts and it aligns with requirements of each site.
• Work closely with engineering teams to address site-specific challenges and opportunities.

Commissioning and Start-Up:

• Activate Field Commissioning Lead and team for project launch.
• Oversee commissioning activities and progress to ensure projects meet performance standards and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with field commissioning teams to address any technical issues.

Environmental Credit Registration:

• Work alongside the Director of Regulatory Compliance to oversee the registration of environmental credits, ensuring compliance with relevant protocols and maximizing value.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to navigate complex certification processes.

Offtake Logistics:

• Direct the Logistics Coordinator and assist in execution of logistics contracts for product delivery, ensuring seamless delivery and fulfillment of offtake agreements.
• Collaborate with logistics coordinators to address operational challenges.

Team Management and Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance their professional growth.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, utilities, vendors, and customers.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Strategic Planning and Reporting:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
• Provide regular updates and reports to executive leadership on project progress, risks, and opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in project development, permitting, compliance and stakeholder management for energy projects
• Understand regulatory and permitting requirements, interface with regulatory agencies and safety experts, and compliance
• Familiarity with budgeting and budget tracking
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business or equivalent
• Experience with project development for energy projects, landfill operations, RNG plants, or upstream oil & gas operations
• Track record of project development and examples of a standardized and efficient approach to documentation and operational compliance.
• Track record of working effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Experience working effectively across various organizations (e.g., vendors, government agencies, partners, stakeholders) engaged on a project.

Pay range and compensation package: 110,000-140,000

Equal Opportunity Statement: Include a statement on commitment to diversity and inclusivity. At M2X Energy, we are working toward a low-carbon, sustainable future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our global, revolutionary products. M2X Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Contact: Interested candidates should send resumes to Michael McLaughlin (michael@m2x.energy)