Massachusetts Project Manager​/Permitting Specialist; Remote or Hybrid

Project Manager / Permitting Specialist

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Project Manager / Permitting Specialist to support our growing environmental permitting and project development practice throughout Massachusetts and the greater New England region.

The successful candidate will have experience managing environmental permitting efforts for utility, renewable energy, transmission, and infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of Massachusetts regulatory requirements and federal, state, and local permitting processes. Experience supporting utility companies and renewable energy developers in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Vermont is highly desirable.

This position offers opportunities for project management, permitting strategy, agency coordination, business development, and client relationship management while supporting some of New England's most significant energy and infrastructure projects.

Location:

Flexible within New England (Remote or Hybrid)

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions:

Project Management & Permitting

• Manage environmental permitting and regulatory compliance efforts for utility, renewable energy, transmission, and infrastructure projects.
• Lead permitting efforts throughout Massachusetts and support projects in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support routing, siting, environmental review, and project development activities.
• Conduct environmental due diligence and feasibility evaluations.

Agency Coordination & Regulatory Support

• Coordinate with agencies including:
  Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA), Massachusetts Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB), Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CTDEEP), Connecticut Siting Council (CSC), Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (RI OER), Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC), Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (VTDEC), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Local Conservation Commissions and municipal agencies.
• Represent clients during agency meetings, regulatory negotiations, and public meetings.
• Support permitting through Massachusetts EFSB and MEPA review processes.

Environmental Review & Technical Support

• Prepare and review permit applications, technical reports, and environmental documentation.
• Support preparation of:
  National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Mitigation plans, Environmental assessments and compliance documentation.
• Provide technical review and quality assurance for permitting deliverables.
• Support environmental compliance activities throughout project development and implementation.

Business Development & Leadership

• Support proposal preparation, work scopes, cost estimates, and project pursuits.
• Develop and maintain strong client and agency relationships.
• Attend conferences, industry events, and networking opportunities.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives within the New England region.
• Demonstrate leadership in project execution, client service, and team development.
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