Renewable Energy PM: Shadow Flicker & Permitting

Stantec; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,300 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Environmental Services practice seeks a Project Manager (Renewable Energy) to provide project management, environmental regulatory, and permitting services with a focus on shadow flicker and environmental compliance for renewable energy projects.

The role leads assessments, coordinates with wind, solar, and storage clients, and supports permitting at local, state, and federal levels, ensuring projects meet environmental standards and community expectations.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience with cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in shadow flicker modeling and GIS software.
• Strong communication, leadership, and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead shadow flicker assessments across multiple wind energy projects.
• Oversee modeling using WindPRO, ArcGIS, or similar software.
• Coordinate with engineering, siting and permitting teams to optimize turbine layouts.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with clients.
• Prepare and review technical documentation for shadow flicker impacts and permitting.

Skills

Project management

Shadow flicker modeling

GIS software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/ Renewable Energy/ Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

WindPRO

ArcGIS

Job description

Stantec’s Environmental Services practice seeks a Project Manager (Renewable Energy) to provide project management, environmental regulatory, and permitting services with a focus on shadow flicker and environmental compliance for renewable energy projects.

The role leads assessments, coordinates with wind, solar, and storage clients, and supports permitting at local, state, and federal levels, ensuring projects meet environmental standards and community expectations.