Transmission Siting & Permitting Project Lead

WSP in the U.S.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and financial stability benefits

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager to support projects in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland. This role involves managing projects related to electric transmission and renewable energy development, with a focus on siting and environmental permitting.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in environmental permitting and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to regulatory processes.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $200,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing environmental permitting for energy infrastructure.
• Experience preparing proposals and presentations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage routing and siting studies for transmission projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ensure adherence to project standards and budgets.

Skills

Leadership and interpersonal communication

Technical oversight for environmental permitting

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or related field

Master’s degree in environmental or natural sciences (preferred)

Job description

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager to support projects in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland. This role involves managing projects related to electric transmission and renewable energy development, with a focus on siting and environmental permitting.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in environmental permitting and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to regulatory processes.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $200,000.