Siting & Routing Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Siting & Routing Project Manager for a position located in Chicago, Illinois. The Siting & Routing Project Manager will support, manage, and develop business for electric transmission line routing studies, environmental surveys, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis, and land use planning/permitting services.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or Studies, Land Use Planning/Urban Planning, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, and 7 years of related experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Siting & Routing Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage permit applications and analyze environmental data supporting the development of environmental documents and studies for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission lines, renewables, power generation construction activities, and gas transmission.
• 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.

Requirements of the Siting & Routing Project Manager:

• 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.).
• Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and/or other PJM states (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.