Electric Transmission Environmental & Siting Specialist (Texas/Oklahoma)

BGE, Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Merit-Based Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

BGE, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electric Transmission Environmental & Siting Specialist to support planning, development, permitting, and execution of electric transmission and utility infrastructure projects in the U.S.

This role balances technical, environmental, regulatory, and community considerations. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of transmission development, environmental permitting, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory processes, collaborating with engineering, GIS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with electric transmission, utility, renewables, or linear infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading transmission routing and siting studies.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and utility project development.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and managing schedules/deliverables.
• Strong understanding of environmental constraints and permitting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support electric transmission routing and siting studies for utility and infrastructure projects.
• Evaluate routing options considering environmental, engineering, land-use, and regulatory factors.
• Coordinate environmental reviews and permitting activities for transmission projects.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and client satisfaction.
• Interface with federal, state, and local agencies on permitting and approvals.
• Provide guidance on environmental compliance and regulatory processes.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

GIS

Written communication

NEPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

MS Office

Job description

Your future begins here! BGE, Inc . is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.

In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide engineering consulting firm that provides services in civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management and environmental services for public and private clients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping and highly competitive time away from work programs to include dependent care and flexible Fridays.

BGE is seeking an experienced Electric Transmission Environmental & Siting Specialist to support the planning, development, permitting, and execution of electric transmission and utility infrastructure projects. This position plays a critical role in evaluating routing alternatives, coordinating environmental reviews, supporting permitting efforts, and guiding projects through regulatory approval processes.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electric transmission development, environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and utility infrastructure planning. Working closely with engineering, environmental, GIS, right-of-way, and client teams, this individual will help deliver successful projects that balance technical, environmental, regulatory, and community considerations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support electric transmission routing and siting studies for utility, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects.
• Evaluate routing alternatives using environmental, engineering, land use, stakeholder, and regulatory considerations.
• Coordinate environmental reviews, permitting activities, and regulatory approvals for transmission and utility infrastructure projects.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
• Collaborate with engineering, environmental, GIS, cultural resources, biological resources, right-of-way, and public involvement teams throughout all phases of project development.
• Conduct corridor analyses, route selection studies, environmental constraint evaluations, and feasibility assessments.
• Prepare, review, and manage technical reports, siting studies, permit applications, environmental documentation, and regulatory filings.
• Interface with federal, state, and local agencies regarding environmental permitting and project approvals.
• Support stakeholder engagement, public outreach efforts, agency coordination meetings, and landowner interactions.
• Provide technical guidance regarding environmental compliance, permitting requirements, and regulatory processes.
• Perform environmental research, field investigations, resource evaluations, and data collection activities as needed.
• Review environmental reports and permitting documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Assist clients with permitting strategy, right-of-way coordination, environmental compliance, and project development needs.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the continued growth of BGE’s Environmental Services practice.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, presentations, and client relationship management.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to clients, agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Wildlife Management, Geography, Planning, Natural Resources, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience supporting electric transmission, utility, renewable energy, or linear infrastructure projects.
• Experience conducting or supporting transmission routing and siting studies.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and utility project development processes.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and managing project schedules and deliverables.
• Strong understanding of environmental constraints, land use considerations, and permitting requirements associated with transmission infrastructure projects.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Effective project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electric transmission project development and planning.
• Knowledge of NEPA, environmental review processes, and permitting requirements.
• Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy or transmission infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with public utility commission processes and regulatory approvals.
• Experience with agency coordination, stakeholder engagement, and public involvement efforts.
• Knowledge of right-of-way acquisition, easement coordination, and landowner outreach.
• Experience using GIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or other geospatial analysis tools.
• Existing relationships within the electric utility, energy, environmental consulting, or infrastructure industries.
• Project management experience leading complex infrastructure projects.

Why Join BGE?

• Help shape the future of energy infrastructure across Texas, Oklahoma, and beyond.
• Work on high-profile electric transmission and utility development projects.
• Collaborate with industry-leading engineers, environmental scientists, planners, and project managers.
• Enjoy opportunities for technical growth, leadership development, and career advancement.
• Be part of a collaborative culture focused on innovation, client service, and professional excellence.

Some of our Benefits:

• 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
• Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
• 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
• Personal Time Allowances
• 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
• “Unlimited” Sick Days.
• Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
• Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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