Transmission Siting & Permitting GIS Lead

Langan International, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including parental and军人

Job summary

Langan International, LLC is seeking a Transmission & Energy Siting and Permitting Lead to join its national energy practice. The role focuses on leading GIS-based routing analyses for electric transmission siting, applying advanced geospatial tools to support routing studies, constraints mapping, and permitting with NEPA and state agencies.

You will collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers, mentor junior GIS staff, and contribute to proposals while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, or related field.
• GIS certification (e.g., GISP) preferred
• 4+ years of GIS experience, with a focus on routing, siting, or linear infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience supporting electric transmission, pipeline, or similar infrastructure routing projects
• Advanced proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and spatial analysis tools
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes (e.g., NEPA, State CPCN) and associated data layers
• Strong data management and geospatial analysis skills
• Ability to translate complex spatial data into clear, actionable insights
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality deliverable standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including map/exhibit storytelling
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Occasional travel to project sites, client offices, and other office locations

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead GIS-based routing analyses for linear infrastructure projects
• Prepare constraint mapping, suitability modeling, and corridor identification to support project development and permitting
• Analyze and integrate environmental, land use, engineering, and socio-economic datasets into project deliverables
• Support NEPA and state/local permitting efforts through GIS mapping, exhibit creation, and data management
• Produce high-quality maps, figures, and technical exhibits for reports, client presentations, and regulatory submissions
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and project managers to align analyses with project objectives
• Assist with proposal development, including technical approach and GIS/routing strategy
• Mentor junior GIS staff and provide technical guidance on geospatial best practices
• Maintain data quality, organization, and documentation standards across projects
• Stay current on GIS technologies, routing tools, and power/energy industry trends

Skills

GIS analysis

Routing & Siting

Independent work

Travel readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelors in GIS/Geography/Environmental Science/Planning/Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Spatial analysis tools

Job description

Langan International, LLC is seeking a Transmission & Energy Siting and Permitting Lead to join its national energy practice. The role focuses on leading GIS-based routing analyses for electric transmission siting, applying advanced geospatial tools to support routing studies, constraints mapping, and permitting with NEPA and state agencies.

You will collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers, mentor junior GIS staff, and contribute to proposals while ensuring