Full-Time

Corporate Environmental Manager

Posted on 11/23/2025

Chord Energy

Chord Energy

501-1,000 employees

Independent E&P developing oil, gas resources

No salary listed

Houston, TX, USA

In Person

On-site in downtown Houston, TX; travel up to 25% of the time.

Category
Business & Strategy (2)
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Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Risk Management
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or High School Diploma/GED plus equivalent experience
  • Must have an expert understanding of relevant environmental regulations
  • Must be able to effectively lead others
  • Must possess effective analytical, problem solving, written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to manage several programs and projects simultaneously, and execute tasks effectively
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment; flexible with the demands of a growing company
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, superiors, vendors, and regulators
  • Must be willing to travel at least 25% of the time
  • Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must possess the ability to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, copier, files, telephone, and fax; maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; must be able to handle exposure to extreme weather conditions and areas where hazardous chemicals are present, lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, kneel, stoop, sit and walk extensively; must be able to complete a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen, background check, physical and be able to meet all physical requirements of the job
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the development, implementation and management of environmental corporate programs and policies
  • Identify and make recommendations to environmental department and Chord leadership on opportunities for improvement in environmental programs, policies and processes
  • Contribute to the development, implementation, and management of environmental departmental goals and focuses, and effectively communicate to Chord leadership using metrics and key performance indicators to measure environmental performance
  • Identify, track, mitigate risks, environmental liabilities and compliance concerns directly and through subordinates; ensure that such items are effectively and routinely communicated to environmental and Chord leadership
  • Manage Due Diligence related to environmental compliance for possible merger and acquisition activities
  • Assume a leadership role in critical technical and managerial projects
  • Hire, manage, mentor and develop a multi-functional environmental team
  • Develop, implement and manage department performance systems to optimize employee utilization and satisfaction
Desired Qualifications
  • 7 years of related experience
  • Possesses basic working knowledge of oil and gas exploration and production technologies, including production process and equipment
  • Have advanced mathematical, science and analytical abilities
  • Experience working ACTS Database or similar EHS relational compliance database
  • Experience working with SQL Management Studio
  • Experience working with data visualization software

Chord Energy is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on the Williston Basin in North Dakota and Montana. It acquires, develops, and operates wells to extract crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, using drilling and completion techniques to maximize recovery while reducing environmental impact. The company differentiates itself by concentrating on a single prolific region and applying disciplined, technically informed development and ESG practices to improve efficiency and reduce footprint. Its goal is to responsibly grow U.S. oil and gas resources and deliver long-term value to shareholders through safe, reliable production.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • XTO Williston assets add 48,000 acres and deepen drilling inventory.[3]
  • MaverickX deployments target higher Bakken recovery from trapped hydrocarbons.[1]
  • LifeSaver pilots in 2026 can improve field safety and operational execution.[1]

What critics are saying

  • Williston Basin concentration makes Chord vulnerable to localized operational disruptions.[1][2]
  • MaverickX recovery chemistry remains unproven beyond early field deployment.[1]
  • Leverage from the $750 million notes increases refinancing and integration pressure.[3]

What makes Chord Energy unique

  • Chord is a scaled, pure-play Williston Basin operator with premier acreage.[2][1]
  • Its formation combined Oasis Petroleum and Whiting Petroleum in 2022.[2][3]
  • Management emphasizes capital discipline, efficient operations, and responsible hydrocarbon production.[2][4]

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Chord Energy upsizes notes to $750M

Chord Energy upsized its senior unsecured notes offering from $500 million to $750 million, with 6.000% notes due in 2030. The proceeds will fund the $550 million acquisition of oil and gas assets in the Williston Basin from XTO Energy, cover related expenses, and repay borrowings. The notes include a redemption provision if the acquisition doesn't occur by June 30, 2026. Analysts have reacted positively, with price targets raised by BofA Securities, UBS, and Piper Sandler.

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Market Analysis: Sept 16th, 2025

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