Senior Permitting Coordinator

The Senior Permitting Coordinator supports the development, management, and execution of environmental permitting strategies for the Donlin Gold Project, one of the world’s largest undeveloped gold deposits. Reporting to the Permitting and Environmental Manager, this role coordinates permitting activities across federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks to support project development from feasibility through construction readiness.

The position requires strong coordination with technical teams, regulators, consultants, and internal project stakeholders to ensure that permit applications, studies, and compliance requirements are delivered on schedule and aligned with project objectives. The role also supports permitting coordination for major project infrastructure, including the natural gas pipeline that will supply energy to the project site.

Key Responsibilities

Permitting Coordination

• Coordinate the preparation, submission, and tracking of federal, state, and local permit applications required for project development.


• Support the development of permitting strategies and schedules aligned with project milestones.


• Track permit status, regulatory commitments, and compliance requirements across multiple agencies.

Gas Pipeline Permitting Support

• Assist in coordinating permitting activities associated with the project’s natural gas pipeline infrastructure.


• Support preparation and review of regulatory applications related to pipeline routing, right-of-way approvals, water crossings, and associated infrastructure.


• Coordinate with engineering teams, environmental consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure pipeline design and construction plans meet applicable federal and state permitting requirements.


• Track regulatory approvals and compliance commitments related to pipeline development.

Regulatory Engagement

• Serve as a point of coordination with regulatory agencies, including federal and Alaska state regulators.


• Assist with agency meetings, technical reviews, and regulatory correspondence.


• Support responses to agency information requests and permit review comments.

Technical Documentation

• Coordinate preparation of permit applications, environmental studies, and technical documentation with internal subject matter experts and external consultants.


• Ensure permitting documentation meets regulatory requirements and project standards.


• Maintain organized records of permit submissions, approvals, and regulatory communications.
  

Project Integration

• Work closely with engineering, environmental, and project development teams to ensure project designs align with permitting requirements.


• Track regulatory commitments and integrate them into project planning and design.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Support coordination with Alaska Native regional and village corporations, local stakeholders, and project partners regarding permitting and environmental matters.


• Assist with the preparation of materials for public meetings, participate in and present at public meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, Biology, or a related discipline.Minimum 8–10 years of experience in environmental permitting, regulatory coordination, or environmental compliance.


• Experience working on large infrastructure, mining, pipeline, or natural resource development projects.


• Strong familiarity with Alaska state and federal permitting frameworks.
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting permitting for linear infrastructure such as pipelines, roads, or transmission corridors.


• Familiarity with NEPA and major project permitting processes.
  

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong project coordination and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple permit processes and regulatory deadlines simultaneously.


• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills.


• Ability to translate technical environmental information into regulatory documentation.


• Strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance.

Working Conditions

• Office-based in Anchorage with periodic travel to the Donlin project site and regional communities in the Yukon–Kuskokwim region.


• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams supporting feasibility, permitting, and future construction phases.

This is a unique opportunity to lead the technical strategy for one of North America’s largest mining projects. You’ll be part of a high-impact team driving innovation, safety, and sustainability over the next decade and beyond. Candidates must be willing and able to work in US work locations. Donlin Gold LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring and advancing qualified local and shareholder candidates from Calista Corporation and The Kuskokwim Corporation. A post-offer criminal background clearance, physical and drug screening are required. Open until filled.

                                      Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States.