Siting & Routing Project Manager - Environmental Services (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell’s Great Lakes Region seeks a Routing & Siting Project Manager to lead routing studies, NEPA analyses, and environmental permitting for high‑voltage transmission projects. You will manage teams, develop proposals, and support multi-project execution while expanding client relationships and market presence.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in routing/siting, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum 7 years of experience leading technical teams, project management, and business development.
• 7+ years of routing/siting studies, NEPA documents, CPCN or energy siting testimony experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Experience with PJM states or regional regulatory environments preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Project management, team leadership, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Prepare routing studies and evaluations for state regulatory applications.
• Prepare NEPA documents, impact analyses, and regulatory permitting materials.
• Conduct pre-application meetings with jurisdictions; prepare land use permits and public outreach materials.
• Develop technical reports related to NEPA compliance and permitting.
• Collaborate with clients, agencies, and staff to prepare environmental documents and studies.
• Develop, cultivate, and strengthen client relationships.

Skills

Routing studies

NEPA analysis

Environmental permitting

Project management

Business development

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

B.S./M.S. in Environmental Science or related planning field

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell’s Great Lakes Region is actively seeking a Routing & Siting Project Manager to support, manage, and develop business for electric transmission line routing studies, environmental surveys, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis, and land use planning/permitting services.

This position provides the opportunity to challenge yourself and grow professionally within one of the leading engineering and environmental firms, including ENR No.1 design firm ranking in Transmission and Distribution.

The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects, including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans. The successful candidate will be a seller-doer with demonstrated experience developing and supporting multiple projects from a routing, natural resources, and environmental permitting perspective, as well as managing and completing independent projects.

The candidate will support and manage the execution of transmission line projects, be a subject matter specialist, and be a technical lead/author on routing/siting studies, environmental studies, and analyses to support regulatory applications. Other areas of expertise may include NEPA analysis, resource impact assessment and consultation, and land use planning. This position also includes managing permit applications and analyzing environmental data supporting the development of environmental documents and studies for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission lines, renewables, power generation construction activities, and gas transmission.

The Environmental Routing & Siting Project Manager will work within our Environmental Services (ENS) Global Practice to perform the following primary duties:

• Project management, team leadership, and mentoring of junior staff.

• Prepare routing studies and evaluations pursuant to regulatory requirements for applicable state applications.

• Prepare environmental studies/evaluations, impact analysis, and NEPA documentation for projects serving a variety of markets.

• Conduct pre-application meetings with jurisdictions, interact effectively with county and local officials, prepare and submit land use permits, and prepare material for public open houses and public outreach.

• Work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence in the area of technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, state, local) permitting documents.

• Work with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental documents and related technical studies.

• Develop, cultivate, and strengthen existing and new client relationships.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or Studies, Land Use Planning/Urban Planning, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management or related field from an accredited program.

• Minimum 7 years related professional experience in a wide variety of areas, ranging from leading and managing technical teams, project management, business development, and the ability to effectively balance direct and indirect utilization rates.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience with routing or siting studies, environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) documentation, or Energy Facility Siting and Licensing and associated testimony support is highly preferred.

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information and work effectively with various audiences (including public officials, agency representatives, property owners, businesses, clients, construction contractors, etc.).

• Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and/or other PJM states (preferred).

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information and work effectively with various audiences (including public officials, agency representatives, property owners, businesses, clients, construction contractors, etc.).

• Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to travel up to 20%, as required.

Compensation

$95,000.00-200,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-IL-Downers Grove

Other Locations US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Req ID: 262073

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS N/A