Environmental Planner & Siting Lead — Energy Infrastructure

Stantec; Minnesota; On-site; USD 85,700 - 124,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner/Siting Specialist to support routing and siting for investor-owned utilities and transmission developers. You will assist with proposals, planning, and NEPA-related documentation, applying GIS tools and permitting knowledge to projects.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and about 5 years of experience, with opportunities across multiple US locations. Collaboration with environmental teams and clients is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with routing and siting projects, NEPA documents, or similar environmental assessment, planning and documentation.
• Capable and confident technical writer.
• Understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) processes and capabilities.
• Understanding of permitting and compliance for energy infrastructure desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks according to approved scopes of work.
• Assist with routing and siting studies for linear and/or renewable energy projects.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals and pre-qualifications.
• Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies and guidelines.

Skills

Routing & siting experience

NEPA documents

Technical writing

GIS concepts

Permitting experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or higher in environmental science/planning/engineering

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner/Siting Specialist to support routing and siting for investor-owned utilities and transmission developers. You will assist with proposals, planning, and NEPA-related documentation, applying GIS tools and permitting knowledge to projects.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and about 5 years of experience, with opportunities across multiple US locations. Collaboration with environmental teams and clients is essential.