Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead

Ttl Inc; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

TTL Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead to manage routing studies, environmental reviews, and regulatory approvals across Texas and Oklahoma. You will lead teams, liaise with clients and agencies, and navigate complex permitting processes.

The role requires 6–12+ years in environmental consulting, strong GIS skills, NEPA knowledge, and exceptional written and verbal communication. Hybrid or remote arrangement available with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 6–12+ years in environmental consulting or linear infrastructure power sector development.
• Proficiency in GIS, NEPA processes, and regulatory documentation writing.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple large‑scale studies and project teams across TX and OK.
• Serve as liaison with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and direct public involvement and outreach programs.
• Coordinate with utilities, landowners, and agencies to refine route options.
• Oversee CCN/CPCN applications before PUCT and other regulators.
• Provide expert guidance for routing reports and evidentiary exhibits.

Skills

GIS

NEPA processes

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS/ArcPro

Job description

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Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead

Austin, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1444

Salary Range: $96,000.00 To $220,000.00 Annually

Founded in 1964, TTL is an engineering design firm focused on delivering integrated infrastructure solutions for public and private clients. From site and corridor selection to due diligence, design, and construction services. TTL is a trusted partner providing single-sourced custom solutions for complex infrastructure development. With over 500 team members, TTL provides civil design, surveying, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting and remediation, and materials testing/inspection/observation.

At TTL, we are driven to serve our clients, driven to serve our communities, and driven to serve our people. TTL not only provides a great work/life balance, but we provide excellent employee benefits such as a robust health & dental plan, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.

Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead-Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), Oklahoma (Tulsa, Oklahoma City) - Hybrid or remote position

TTL is searching for a Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead responsible for managing transmission infrastructure projects throughout Texas and Oklahoma. This role involves leading teams through routing studies, environmental reviews and regulatory approvals to ensure compliant project execution. The ideal candidate will have expertise in federal and state permitting, agency coordination, and navigating complex regulations.

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Key Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple large-scale studies, project teams, and oversee project planning.


• Serve as liaison with regular interactions with clients and regulatory agencies.


• Develop and direct public involvement and outreach programs.


• Lead coordination efforts with utilities (e.g., IOUs, co-ops), landowners, and agencies to develop and refine route alternatives.


• Lead transmission routing and siting efforts supporting Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN/CPCN) applications before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.


• Serve as senior expert for siting and environmental permitting.


• Provide expert guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members.


• Utilize ArcGIS/ArcPro to analyze data, identify potential routes, and develop constraint maps.


• Prepare and oversee applications for submittal to state utility regulatory agencies and system operators.

Requirements

• Experience: 6 to 12+ years in environmental consulting, linear infrastructure power sector development.


• Skills: Proficiency in GIS, knowledge of NEPA processes, and strong technical writing for regulatory documentation.


• Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or a related field.


• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, and communicating with clients and project staff.


• Working knowledge of PUCT Substantive Rule 25.101 and siting criteria, including land use, environmental constraints, and community impacts.


• Demonstrated experience preparing and providing expert services for routing reports, and evidentiary exhibits for PUCT filings.


• Extensive critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Job Type: Full-time

This position is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check