Project Manager - Energy Infrastructure; Natural Gas, Electric Transmission, Data Centers, Renewable Integration

Position: Project Manager - Energy Infrastructure (Natural Gas, Electric Transmission, Data Centers, Renewable Integration)
Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States.

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is seeking a motivated and skilled Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of energy infrastructure projects-including natural gas transmission and midstream facilities, renewable natural gas (RNG), electric transmission and grid-modernization projects, data center interconnections, and renewable energy developments such as utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This role can be based out of Tampa, Orlando and/or Boynton Beach, FL.

In this role, you will guide complex, multi-disciplinary projects that support the nation's transition to a cleaner, more reliable, and more resilient energy grid. You will work closely with engineers, scientists, agency partners, land services teams, utilities, and developers to deliver high-quality work while navigating evolving regulatory, environmental, and market drivers.

ESA is looking for a dynamic individual who combines strong technical insight with leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to cultivate lasting client relationships.

Who You Are

You are a forward-thinking Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and brings experience leading complex energy-infrastructure projects. You understand market trends, can identify and shape new pursuits, and maintain strong client rapport. You have experience across several domains, including:
Natural Gas Transmission & Midstream

• Pipeline routing, constraints analysis, and constructability review
• FERC Section 7(c) Certificate processes, NEPA environmental reviews, and multi-agency permitting
• Right-of-Way (ROW) strategy development, landowner coordination, and environmental compliance

Electric Transmission & Grid Modernization

• Siting and routing of overhead and underground transmission lines
• Environmental/engineering coordination for system upgrades, corridor analysis, and licensing
• Knowledge of ISO/RTO planning frameworks, resource adequacy, and interconnection requirements

Data Center Interconnection

• Large-load interconnection requirements and related environmental and land-use constraints
• Coordination with utilities, data center developers, and regulatory bodies under fast timelines

Solar + Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Site screening and feasibility assessments
• Management of environmental field studies and permitting across all jurisdictional levels
• Understanding of interconnection, land, wildlife/resource constraints, and construction-phase compliance

Across these sectors, you are adept at synthesizing environmental, technical, regulatory, and stakeholder inputs into clear strategies that move projects forward. You excel at managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with project partners.

You are likely a strong match if you:

• • Have 10+ years of experience managing the full lifecycle of energy infrastructure projects-from proposal development and feasibility studies through permitting, construction support, and closeout.
  • Understand federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks (e.g., FERC, NEPA, Clean Water Act, state utility commissions, local land-use processes).
  • Recognize how natural gas, transmission, and renewable resources work together to support grid reliability.
  • Excel at developing project strategies and contributing to ESA's business development goals.
  • Are proficient with project management tools and can develop integrated, logic-linked schedules across environmental, engineering, ROW, and construction workflows.
  • Anticipate challenges and develop creative solutions across environmental, regulatory, engineering, and stakeholder inputs.
  • Maintain long-term, trusted relationships with clients, public agencies, utilities, pipeline operators, and renewable energy developers.
  • Communicate clearly and collaborate well…