Environmental Scientist: Transmission Line Routing & Siting Lead

Halff Associates, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Halff Associates, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist to lead transmission line routing and siting projects. The role emphasizes client interaction, QA/QC, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver compliant environmental assessments.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in routing/siting, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ArcGIS and MS Office. Travel is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field; Master's preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in transmission line routing or siting.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; able to work with clients and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on environmental projects and teams.
• Interact with clients and regulatory staff to gather requirements.
• Conduct QA/QC to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Lead and mentor production staff across projects.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams for routing studies and environmental documents.
• Develop alternative routes and document analyses for compliance.
• Provide expert testimony for hearings when required.
• Collaborate on regulatory compliance and pursuit development.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

ArcGIS

Job description

Halff Associates, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist to lead transmission line routing and siting projects. The role emphasizes client interaction, QA/QC, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver compliant environmental assessments.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in routing/siting, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ArcGIS and MS Office. Travel is required as needed.