Senior Electric Transmission Project Manager (Remote CA)

Tetra Tech; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is hiring a Senior Project Manager – Electric Transmission to lead transmission siting, routing, and permitting programs in California. The role supports a California-based team with remote work flexibility within the state.

The candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and engage clients for new opportunities. A strong track record in CEQA/NEPA and regulatory interactions is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related technical field (required).
• 10+ years of experience managing siting, routing, and permitting in electric transmission.
• Experience with California regulatory agencies and CEQA/NEPA is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission siting, routing, and permitting projects in California.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams across siting, routing, environmental permitting, and engineering.
• Prepare land use and resource permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies.
• Identify opportunities and engage clients to develop pursuit strategies.

Skills

Client relationship-building

Influencing skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Tools

GIS

ArcGIS

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Tetra Tech is hiring a Senior Project Manager – Electric Transmission to lead transmission siting, routing, and permitting programs in California. The role supports a California-based team with remote work flexibility within the state.

The candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and engage clients for new opportunities. A strong track record in CEQA/NEPA and regulatory interactions is required.