Siting & Routing Project Manager

Talascend is currently seeking a Siting & Routing Project Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Downers Grove, Illinois
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This position provides the opportunity to challenge yourself and grow professionally within one of the leading engineering and environmental firms, including design firm ranking in transmission and distribution. The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects, including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans.

• Project management, team leadership, and mentoring of junior staff.
• 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 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.

• 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).
• 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k),EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.