Burns & McDonnell ยท 9 hours ago
Routing & Siting Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell is a leading engineering and environmental firm seeking a Routing & Siting Project Manager to manage electric transmission line routing studies and environmental surveys. The role involves project management, client relationship development, and technical leadership in environmental permitting and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
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
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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.)
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
Preferred
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
Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and/or other PJM states (preferred)
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
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