Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager

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Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager
POWER Engineers’ Environmental Division provides planning, permitting, engineering, site assessment and corrective action services to clients worldwide. Across multiple industries, our diverse staff specialize in the areas of air, water, waste, ecological and cultural resources throughout our 45 offices located across the country and internationally.
We are seeking a highly motivated Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager in New York state for full-time employment in support of our Eastern Environmental Services Project Management Department. The selected candidate would join a team of more than 230 environmental professionals across the U.S. This position may be based on our Syracuse, NY or Rochester, NY office.
Roles and Responsibilities
The primary focus for this Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager will be on electric transmission line and substation routing and siting, along with renewable energy development projects in New York and adjacent states. The ideal candidate will have an established and successful history of experience in State of New York, and will be a collaborative and responsive professional with strong communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Managing multiple projects at various stages and locations
Leading project teams for key clients
Leading business development efforts - develop/maintain client relationships and lead proposal preparation
Developing strategy for public involvement programs; attend and participate in open-houses, public meetings, and public hearings
Serving as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert
Managing and directing routing/siting studies, analyses and associated reports
Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts
Preparing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget
Supervising and mentoring staff
Up to 30% travel is expected
Required Education/Experience
BS or BA in Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences or Ecology, Environmental Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Environmental Science, or related degree
Ten (10) years’ experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects, for a variety of energy related projects
Proven Article VII and EM&CP experience, including management of Article VII and EM&CP filings
Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with New York State agency personnel and decision makers, including the NYSDEC
Demonstrated work experience with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District
Experience in preparing proposals and presentations, and price structuring
Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, and communicating with clients and project staff
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences or Ecology, Environmental Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Environmental Science, or related degree
Project Management Professional certification; other professional certifications as applicable to technical expertise
Contract negotiations and management
Experience preparing and providing expert witness testimony
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good Work. Have Fun. Make Money.
You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.
Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Maternity Leave
Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
Salary Range: DOE
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
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