Transmission Siting and Permitting Lead

WSP•Providence, RI

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Transmission Siting and Permitting Lead in New England. This position will be located in our Providence, Rhode Island office, with other New England offices as a potential. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. The primary focus for this Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Leader will be on electric transmission line and substation routing and siting, along with renewable energy development projects in Rhode Island and adjacent states. The ideal candidate will have an established and successful history of experience in Rhode Island, experience with the Rhode Island Energy Facility and Siting Board and will be a collaborative and responsive professional with strong communication and organizational skills. Your Impact Leading business development efforts - develop/maintain client relationships and lead proposal preparation Managing multiple projects at various stages and locations Leading project teams for key clients 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 Who You Are

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Leading business development efforts - develop/maintain client relationships and lead proposal preparation
Managing multiple projects at various stages and locations
Leading project teams for key clients
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