Environmental Planner & Project Manager - New England

WSP in the U.S.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 156,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Bereavement/voting/naturalization time

Job summary

WSP seeks an Environmental Planner / Project Manager to join our Earth & Environment Team in Boston or Chelmsford, MA. You will manage multiple projects, lead project teams, and develop client relationships while advancing permitting and environmental analyses.

The role requires a strong track record in environmental permitting, QA/QC, and experience with Massachusetts EFSB and DPU Siting Division. Travel may be required as projects span New England.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Natural Sciences or Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 9+ years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects for energy-related projects.
• Experience with the Massachusetts EFSB and DPU Siting Division.
• Ability to lead mid-level to senior staff with QA/QC discipline.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication with all organizational levels.
• Experience in proposals, presentations, and price structuring.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple projects at various stages and locations.
• Leading project teams for key clients.
• Leading business development and proposal preparation.
• Developing strategy for public involvement programs and attending public meetings.
• Serving as siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert.
• Directing routing/siting studies, analyses, and related reports.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams such as planners, engineers, attorneys, and real estate experts.
• Mentoring staff for growth and development.
• Adhering to Code of Conduct and company policies.
• Performing additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

QA/QC

Proposal writing

Client management

Budgeting / pricing

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

WSP seeks an Environmental Planner / Project Manager to join our Earth & Environment Team in Boston or Chelmsford, MA. You will manage multiple projects, lead project teams, and develop client relationships while advancing permitting and environmental analyses.

The role requires a strong track record in environmental permitting, QA/QC, and experience with Massachusetts EFSB and DPU Siting Division. Travel may be required as projects span New England.