Senior Energy Project Manager (Remote/Hybrid
Glen Allen, Henrico County, Virginia, 23060, USA
Listed on 2026-08-21
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Engineering
Energy Management/ Efficiency, Energy Engineer -
Energy/Power Generation
Renewable Energy, Energy Management/ Efficiency, Energy Engineer
Senior Energy Project Manager (Remote/Hybrid)
Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Senior Energy Project Manager to help expand our energy practice and support a variety of projects from concept through completion in a dynamic consulting environment.
With decades of national experience, Tetra Tech offers extensive technical expertise and a strong understanding of energy development. From planning, siting, evaluation, and permitting through design, construction, operation, and maintenance, Tetra Tech supports clients throughout the energy project lifecycle.
The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background and demonstrated leadership experience supporting energy projects, with an emphasis on commercial-, utility-, and distributed‑generation‑scale solar photovoltaic (PV), battery energy storage systems (BESS), natural gas power generation, onshore wind, and/or electric transmission projects.
This position will have a significant seller-doer component
, combining project and technical leadership with client development and business growth responsibilities. The successful candidate will develop and strengthen client relationships, identify and pursue new opportunities, and collaborate with Tetra Tech professionals across multiple disciplines to successfully execute energy projects.
The Senior Energy Project Manager will support and provide environmental services throughout project development, design, construction, and operation. Services may include due diligence, project feasibility, natural and cultural resource evaluations, regulatory permitting, environmental studies, compliance support for operating assets, and coordination with engineering teams.
The ideal candidate will have established relationships within the energy market and a demonstrated track record of developing business and winning work. This individual will collaborate with other project managers, environmental leads, account managers, and operational leadership to help establish the strategic direction and continued growth of Tetra Tech’s environmental and energy practice.
This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position and is eligible for hybrid or remote work arrangements.
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 & Technical Leadership
- Serve as Project Manager or Technical Advisor for complex energy projects.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, quality, and overall project performance.
- Develop technical approaches, proposals, and cost estimates and direct multidisciplinary project teams.
- Lead and manage federal, state, and local permitting processes for complex energy projects.
- Provide strategic guidance to clients and project teams in navigating complex project and regulatory challenges.
- Oversee teams responsible for environmental planning, permitting, and compliance activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permit requirements.
- Collaborate with government agencies, clients, internal technical teams, and external organizations.
- Work closely with Operations Managers, Energy Initiative Leads, and Business Unit Leaders to deliver safe, high‑quality, profitable, and sustainable projects.
- Provide leadership to project teams and promote accountability for project responsibilities, schedules, and milestones.
- Apply knowledge and understanding of…
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