Senior Project Manager (Southwest Region) Remote

Tetra Tech; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Project Manager for the Southwest Region. The role involves managing energy projects, overseeing permitting processes, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in project management and a strong understanding of environmental regulations, particularly in Arizona.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of consulting experience with project and team management.
• Experience with Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, or Utah resources and regulations.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Managing energy projects, including proposal development and budgeting.
• Leading project teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Preparing permit applications and resource studies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Planning, Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We are adding a Senior Project Manager in the Southwest Region to support our growing energy practice, focusing on siting, permitting, and engineering for energy projects. Tetra Tech offers extensive technical expertise and a strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing energy projects, including proposal development, budgeting, and client satisfaction.
2. Leading project teams and mentoring junior staff.
3. Overseeing siting, permitting, environmental surveys, agency coordination, and public outreach.
4. Preparing permit applications and resource studies.
5. Representing clients before regulatory agencies and in public meetings.
6. Interfacing with agencies such as BLM, USBR, USACE, USFWS, USFS, and dealing with NEPA planning.
7. Handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and working independently within a team.
8. Researching and interpreting regulations to assess permitting feasibility.
9. Possessing experience in electrical transmission siting and Arizona permitting processes.

Qualifications:

1. B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Planning, Science, Engineering, or related field.
2. 15+ years of consulting experience with project and team management.
3. Experience with Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, or Utah resources and regulations, especially in Arizona.
4. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
6. Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Preferred: Experience in electrical transmission permitting and Arizona-specific processes.