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Expected experience: 10+ yrs
Management level: People management

Compensation

Base salary	US$140,000 / yr

Role speciality

Environmental PermittingRenewable EnergyTransmission Siting and Permitting

Required qualifications

Field of studyBiology, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences (or related)

Study levelBachelor's

Preferred qualifications

CertificationsProject Management Professional

Field of studyEnvironmental Planning, Environmental Sciences, Natural Sciences (or related)

Study levelMaster's

Original posting

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager for any of our Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland offices to support a growing portfolio of electric transmission, substation, and renewable energy development projects within our Earth & Environment Team.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional who wants to remain technically engaged while also leading projects and guiding teams through complex, regulatory‑driven work. The position combines hands‑on responsibility for routing, siting, and environmental permitting with project management, multidisciplinary coordination, and mentorship.

The successful candidate will play a key role in:

Managing and delivering technically complex siting and permitting projects for energy infrastructure
Serving as a Project Manager or Task Leader on transmission and renewable energy assignments
Coordinating multidisciplinary teams
Supporting client relationships, proposal efforts, and business development activities
Providing leadership and mentorship to junior and mid‑level staff
Contributing to the continued growth and strength of WSP’s transmission siting and permitting practice

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is ready to step into or expand a leadership role while staying closely connected to technical work, client interaction, and thoughtful collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Regulatory Responsibilities

Serve as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert for electric transmission, substations, and renewable energy projects
Manage and direct routing and siting studies, analyses, and associated technical reports
Provide technical oversight for environmental permitting and planning activities across multiple project phases
Develop strategies for public involvement programs, including participation in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings

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