Siting Consultant or Senior | T&D

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Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

The Siting Consultant or Senior Siting Consultant manages and supports siting projects for the company’s sub-transmission and transmission facilities, including new construction and modifications or upgrades to existing infrastructure. Responsible for securing Certificates of Environmental Compatibility and other required federal, state, and local regulatory approvals. Coordinates with internal functional teams and engages with city, state, and federal agencies, government officials, and the public to advance projects through the approval process.

Works closely with the Arizona Corporation Commission, including the State Siting Committee, technical staff, and commissioners, to finalize facility locations using established public participation processes. Represents the company professionally and promotes a positive public image while managing multiple projects concurrently.

Senior:

• BS/BA in Marketing, Business, Engineering, Environmental Planning, or related field plus (8) years of experience related to various environmental science fields or land planning/land use background, understanding large infrastructure project management, project planning, land-use, and permitting of large-scale projects or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Multi-discipline electric utility experience related to understanding design, operations, construction, and planning of transmission facilities.
• Project management experience is required;
  Siting project management experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpersonal and oral/written communications.
• Must be able to provide expert testimony before regulatory agencies and effectively interact with customers, regulatory agencies, and large groups.

Consultant:

• BS/BA in Marketing, Business, Engineering, Environmental Planning, or related field plus (4) years of experience related to various environmental science fields or land planning/land use background, understanding large infrastructure project management, project planning, land-use, and permitting of large-scale projects or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Multi-discipline electric utility experience related to understanding design, operations, construction, and planning of transmission facilities experience is a plus.
• Project management experience is required;
  Siting project management experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpersonal and oral/written communications.
• Must be able to provide expert testimony before regulatory agencies and effectively interact with customers, regulatory agencies, and large groups. Overnight travel may be required as well as attendance at meetings outside normal business hours.

Overnight travel may be required as well as attendance at meetings outside normal business hours.