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Professional to Project Electric Transmission Siting Specialist

Geosyntec Consultants • Huntington, WV • 2h ago

Professional to Project Electric Transmission Siting Specialist Primary Location

US-VA-Richmond ID

2026-4234

Category Electrical Transmission

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Remote No

Additional Location US-PA-Philadelphia

Additional Location US-PA-Pittsburgh

Additional Location US-NH-Bedford

Additional Location US-NC-Raleigh

Additional Location US-WV-Huntington

Additional Location US-NC-Wilmington Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Professional to Project Electric Transmission Siting Specialist to establish and grow our electrical transmission line practice based in Richmond, VA. This position can be based from any of our Northeast offices such as; Richmond, VA, Pittsburgh, PA, Philadelphia, PA, Blue Bell, PA, Bedford, NH, Huntington, WV, Wilmington, NC, Raleigh, NC or any of our other U.S offices. The flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or fully remote from your home-office is available at the discretion of the Company. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects, including the financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction stages. Our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional and governmental clients. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert. Work with clients for public involvement programs; attend and participate in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings. Managing and directing routing/siting studies, analyses, and associated reports and state filings. Work collaboratively across the firm with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts. Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development. Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Civil Engineering, Ecology, Planning, or Geospatial Analysis (required) Advanced degree in the same (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

At least 5 years (7+ preferred) of direct experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects, for a variety of energy-related projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) Detailed understanding of Virginia State Corporation Commission application processes for electric transmission lines (preferred), North Carolina Public Utilities Commission, Ohio Power Siting Board, or Kentucky Public Utilities... For full info follow application link.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer including minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

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