WSP · 2 months ago
Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager
100 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02110, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expWSP is a leading organization in the Earth & Environment sector, currently seeking a Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager. This role focuses on managing electric transmission line and substation routing and siting, along with renewable energy development projects in New England and adjacent states.
Responsibilities
Managing multiple projects at various stages and locations
Leading project teams for key clients
Leading business development efforts - develop/maintain client relationships and lead proposal preparation
Developing strategy for public involvement programs; attend and participate in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings
Serving as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert
Managing and directing routing/siting studies, analyses, and associated reports
Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts
Mentoring staff to support their growth and professional development
Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Performing additional responsibilities, as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Natural Sciences or Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience.)
Ten (10) + years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects, for a variety of energy-related projects
Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with New England State agency personnel and decision-makers
Experience in preparing proposals and presentations, and price structuring
Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, and communicating with clients and project staff
Extensive critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from field observation, data collation, to identify the most effective solutions and accomplish objectives of assigned projects
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
Master's degree in Biology, Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences or Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related degree
Project Management Professional certification; other professional certifications as applicable to technical expertise
Contract negotiations and management
Experience preparing and providing expert witness testimony
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
Leadership Team
Michael Winterbottom
Vice President, RUC Operations & Analytics
Christopher Uckotter
CE1, SPECIALIST, INSPECTOR II
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