Sr. Environmental Project Manager (On-Site)

Power Engineers Incorporated is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager for a full-time role based in Richmond, KY, with a hybrid work option. The role involves leading teams on electric transmission and renewable projects across several states, managing routing/siting studies, and preparing project applications. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least ten years of project management experience in environmental planning and analysis.
Senior Environmental Project Manager (On-Site)

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Environmental Project Manager for full-time employment in support of our Midwest Project Management and Environmental Planning Department. This position will be located in the Richmond, Virginia office with the ability to work in a hybrid setting, a combination of office and home.

Roles and Responsibilities

The primary focus for this Senior Environmental Project Manager will be leading and mentoring teams on electric transmission line and substation routing and siting and renewables projects in Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and surrounding states. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and responsive professional, with strong communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
• 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
• Preparing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget
• Attending and participating in open houses and public meetings
• Providing strategic advice and direction on state filing requirements
• Managing preparation of Kentucky Public Utilities Commission (PUC), Virginia State Corporate Commission (SCC), and North Carolina Utilities Commission applications.
• Leading and supporting business development efforts including proposals and presentations
• Developing and maintaining client relationships
• Up to 25% of travel is expected

Required Education/Experience
• B.S. or B.A. in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related degree
• Minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience in A/E consulting
• Experience in Mid-Atlantic states with expertise in siting/routing, environmental planning and analysis, state applications, and public involvement
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise in federal and state environmental policy and regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, communicating with clients and project staff

Preferred Education/Experience
• Master's degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related degree
• Fifteen (15) years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning studies for energy projects including pipelines, electrical transmission, renewable generation and land development
• Candidates must have a strong interest and passion to engage in activities necessary to generate business and develop new business leads
• Demonstrated success in growing client portfolios, recruiting, and managing staff is preferred
• Project Management Professional certification; other professional certifications as applicable to technical expertise
• Experience preparing applications for submittal to the Virginia State Corporate Commission (SCC), Kentucky Public Utilities Commission (PUC), North Carolina Utilities Commission
• Experience preparing and providing expert witness testimony

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP's 73,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.