Power Sector Permitting Lead – Michigan

Environmental Consulting & Technology Inc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Consulting & Technology (ECT) is seeking a Power Sector Permitting Lead to drive permitting and siting for renewable energy and related infrastructure in Michigan. You will guide projects through local, state, and federal approval processes and advise clients navigating regulatory environments.

The role requires leadership in complex permitting, collaboration with regulators, and mentorship of staff to grow ECT's power and energy practice across the Midwest.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental planning, environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, engineering or related field.
• Approximately 10+ years of permitting, siting, land use, environmental compliance, or project development experience.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting and siting efforts for renewable energy, battery energy storage, utility, transmission, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop and execute local, state, and federal permitting strategies.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, local governments, planning commissions, elected officials, and project stakeholders.
• Support public hearings, planning commission proceedings, stakeholder meetings, and other regulatory forums.
• Prepare and oversee permit applications, technical reports, environmental studies, and supporting analyses.
• Mentor staff and support the continued growth of ECT's power and energy practice.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Renewable energy permitting

Environmental permitting

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental planning or related field

Job description

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Full Time Ann Arbor, MI, US

20 days ago Requisition ID: 1526

Environmental Consulting & Technology (ECT) is seeking a Power Sector Permitting Lead to support the continued growth of our power and energy practice throughout Michigan. This position will lead permitting and siting efforts for renewable energy, battery energy storage, electric utility, transmission, and other complex infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will develop permitting and land use strategies, guide projects through local, state, and federal approval processes, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients navigating complex regulatory and stakeholder environments. Experience supporting Special Land Use approvals, renewable energy siting efforts, Michigan PA 233 state siting applications, public hearings, and agency coordination is highly desirable.

Working collaboratively with planners, scientists, engineers, developers, utilities, and regulatory agencies, this role will support project development from early planning through permitting and construction while providing project management, client strategy, and staff mentorship.

Ideal candidates should reside within Michigan or the broader Midwest region.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting and siting efforts for renewable energy, battery energy storage, utility, transmission, and infrastructure projects
• Develop and execute local, state, and federal permitting strategies
• Support Special Land Use, zoning, local entitlement, renewable energy siting, and Michigan PA 233 state siting applications
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, local governments, planning commissions, elected officials, and project stakeholders
• Support public hearings, planning commission proceedings, stakeholder meetings, and other regulatory forums
• Prepare and oversee permit applications, technical reports, environmental studies, and supporting analyses
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing, and client relationships
• Support permitting efforts involving EGLE, MPSC, USACE, and other regulatory agencies
• Provide QA/QC review for technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory deliverables
• Support proposal development, business development activities, and client engagement
• Mentor staff and support the continued growth of ECT's power and energy practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, engineering, or a related field
• Approximately 10+ years of permitting, siting, land use, environmental compliance, or project development experience
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience supporting renewable energy, battery energy storage, utility, transmission, or other large-scale infrastructure projects
• Experience with Special Land Use approvals, zoning, land use permitting, renewable energy siting, Michigan PA 233, and/or other state siting processes preferred
• Experience preparing permit applications, technical reports, and regulatory documents supporting local, state, and federal approvals, including EGLE Part 301, Part 303, Part 31, Special Land Use approvals, and/or Michigan Public Service Commission siting applications
• Experience coordinating with planning commissions, township boards, regulatory agencies, utilities, developers, and project stakeholders
• Experience supporting public hearings, contested permitting processes, expert testimony preparation, or other regulatory proceedings preferred
• Strong understanding of Michigan permitting and siting frameworks, including local land use processes and emerging state siting requirements
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed

Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful criteria. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.