Electric Transmission Siting & Permitting Lead

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Professional to Project Electric Transmission Siting Specialist to lead siting, permitting, and project strategy for energy transmission lines. The role supports our Northeast offices and offers hybrid or remote work options, with travel as needed.

You will manage routing studies, engage with stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across engineering, environmental, and permitting teams to deliver timely, compliant solutions for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years (7+ preferred) of direct experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects for energy-related projects.
• Understanding of Virginia SCC EPC processes for electric transmission lines is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert.
• Work with clients on public involvement programs; attend and participate in open houses, public meetings, and hearings.
• Manage routing/siting studies, analyses, and state filings.
• Collaborate across the firm with multi-disciplinary teams (engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, real estate).
• Mentor staff to support growth and development.
• Travel to client facilities and project sites as needed.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Project management

Public speaking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Civil Engineering, Ecology, Planning, or Geospatial Analysis

Advanced degree in the same (preferred)

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Professional to Project Electric Transmission Siting Specialist to lead siting, permitting, and project strategy for energy transmission lines. The role supports our Northeast offices and offers hybrid or remote work options, with travel as needed.

You will manage routing studies, engage with stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across engineering, environmental, and permitting teams to deliver timely, compliant solutions for diverse clients.