Senior Siting & Routing Lead - Energy Transition

Arcadis U.S.Inc. in; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work structure

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Arcadis is a leading design, engineering and consultancy firm focused on sustainable solutions for natural and built assets. The Siting Lead role supports the Energy Transition team in the U.S. and leads projects across power, oil & gas, and renewables while managing client relationships and project delivery.

The position balances collaboration with a diverse team, requires expertise in CPCN filings and public outreach, and follows a hybrid work structure with 10–15% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, urban planning, GIS, engineering, biology, ecology, or similar discipline.
• 12+ years of experience leading electric transmission line and substation siting projects.
• 8+ years of experience leading technical teams, managing schedules/budgets, and delivering high-quality work products.
• 5+ years of experience leading project pursuits, including direct client communication and preparation of project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates.
• 5+ years of experience leading CPCN filings.
• Experience collaborating with scientists, engineers, archaeologists, and other specialists on siting and environmental projects.
• Involvement in client development and leadership, including sourcing project opportunities and direct client relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Lead routing and siting studies and CPCN filings.
• Provide senior quality assurance/quality control of client deliverables and regulatory filings.
• Lead project teams to develop siting strategies and coordinate with clients for successful outcomes.
• Manage growth of new and existing client relationships with business development leaders and account teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

GIS (ArcGIS)

Job description

Arcadis is a leading design, engineering and consultancy firm focused on sustainable solutions for natural and built assets. The Siting Lead role supports the Energy Transition team in the U.S. and leads projects across power, oil & gas, and renewables while managing client relationships and project delivery.

The position balances collaboration with a diverse team, requires expertise in CPCN filings and public outreach, and follows a hybrid work structure with 10–15% travel.