Hydropower Licensing Lead: FERC Programs (Remote)

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Bothell (WA); Remote; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Hydropower FERC Licensing Program Manager to lead national licensing, compliance, and regulatory services for hydropower clients. This remote/hybrid senior role directs FERC licensing, relicensing, and dam removal initiatives across the United States, leveraging deep regulatory expertise.

You will build strong client relationships, develop capture strategies, and guide multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, planners, and regulators.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in environmental permitting and hydropower licensing.
• Experience with FERC licensing process and compliance.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydropower licensing and compliance programs across the US.
• Develop regulatory strategies aligning client objectives with agency requirements.
• Lead capture planning, proposals, and business development.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and project risk.
• Coordinate with federal, state, Tribal, and local agencies and stakeholders.
• Provide executive-level guidance on regulatory risk and licensing strategy.

Skills

FERC licensing

Hydropower licensing

Regulatory compliance

Client relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Hydropower FERC Licensing Program Manager to lead national licensing, compliance, and regulatory services for hydropower clients. This remote/hybrid senior role directs FERC licensing, relicensing, and dam removal initiatives across the United States, leveraging deep regulatory expertise.

You will build strong client relationships, develop capture strategies, and guide multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, planners, and regulators.