Strategic Environmental Planner & Siting Lead

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan (401k)

Professional membership fee coverage

Job summary

Stantec seeks an Environmental Planner/Siting Specialist to assist with routing and siting for electrical transmission projects. You will support proposals, develop plans, and help move projects toward closure with cost efficiency. GIS capabilities and/or permitting knowledge are pluses.

The role emphasizes writing, collaboration with utilities and developers, and adherence to HSE policies while delivering high‑quality environmental documentation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with routing and siting projects, NEPA documents, or similar environmental assessment, planning and documentation.
• Capable and confident technical writer.
• Understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) processes and capabilities.
• Understanding of permitting and compliance for energy infrastructure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks according to approved scopes of work.
• Assist with routing and siting studies for linear and/or renewable energy projects and associated facilities.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals and pre‑qualifications.
• Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work.

Skills

Routing & siting experience

NEPA document development

Technical writing

GIS capabilities

Environmental permitting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Stantec seeks an Environmental Planner/Siting Specialist to assist with routing and siting for electrical transmission projects. You will support proposals, develop plans, and help move projects toward closure with cost efficiency. GIS capabilities and/or permitting knowledge are pluses.

The role emphasizes writing, collaboration with utilities and developers, and adherence to HSE policies while delivering high‑quality environmental documentation.