Routing, siting, and permitting lead

Company: Mott MacDonald
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDue to increased success within the electric transmission sector, we are looking for an electric transmission routing, siting, and permitting lead in our Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Denver, or Houston offices to join our team. Additional locations may be considered depending on the experience of the candidate. The role will include providing siting, routing, permitting, and licensing services to clients for energy related projects. Mott MacDonald's energy portfolio is extensive with a strong backlog in the transmission, generation, renewables, and oil and gas space in the US.As a routing, siting, and permitting lead you will work with all the disciplines required to meet linear aspects of project needs (for example, civil, environmental, electrical). You will be responsible for:

• coordinating tasks and managing projects
• supporting and coordinating commercial proposals (bids)
• working closely with other Mott MacDonald business teams and units
• assisting with professional excellence activities across subject areas
• raising the profile of projects internally and externally
• QA/QC of work product, support of team members and delivery to clientCandidate SpecificationWe welcome applications from experienced routing, siting, and permitting professionals with the following:
  • Bachelors or master's degree in environmental science, planning, natural resources, or related discipline
  • Five (5+) years of successful experience performing siting, routing, state applications, and permitting
  • experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • onshore/nearshore routing and siting studies, analysis, and report development
    • utility applications to obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN)
    • expert witness testimony at evidentiary hearings
    • agency and public meetings
    • preparing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget
    • excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to others at all levels
    • good leadership skills with the ability to work with and motivate staff in a global settingDemonstrable Experience ideally including:
      • experience working in the North American with utilities, developers, regulators, and project stakeholders
      • task management expertise across a wide range of disciplines and market sectors
      • experience of managing and leading multi-disciplined teams
      • strong regulatory focus with the ability to identify and manage riskSalary Range: $100-140kBenefits: 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, vacation and sick time, parental leave and company paid life insuranceJob ProfileHere at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 16,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.Other InformationEquality, diversity and inclusionWe put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Equal employment opportunity is the law. , , . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status. Hybrid working policyAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. More about Mott MacDonaldWe're a global engineering, management and development consultancy.Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence

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