Description
WSP is seeking a Transmission Siting and Permitting Lead in New England, specifically in our Providence, Rhode Island office.
The primary focus for this role will be on electric transmission line and substation routing and siting, along with renewable energy development projects in Rhode Island and adjacent states.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead business development efforts, developing and maintaining client relationships, and leading proposal preparation.
- Manage multiple projects at various stages and locations.
- Lead project teams for key clients.
- Develop strategy for public involvement programs, attending and participating in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings.
- Serve as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert.
- Manage and direct routing/siting studies, analyses, and associated reports.
- Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams including engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts.
- Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Ten plus years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects for energy-related projects.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with New England State agency personnel and decision-makers.
- Experience in preparing proposals and presentations, and price structuring.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement savings.
- Paid sick leave.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
- Expected salary: $111,200 - $155,000