Lead Environmental Planner/Senior Siting Specialist at Wsp In The U.S. in Akron, OH | USD90,000-110,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

regulatory filing

siting reports

data mapping

windshield surveys

study management

stakeholder liaison

Provide guidance on state filing requirements and subsequently writing components for various public utility applications.
Support siting reports that document the siting process and why a site or route was selected.
Gather background data for project areas, prepare siting and routing maps, participate in meetings to document findings to clients and/or agencies, participate in public open house meetings, conduct windshield surveys of proposed sites and/or routes, and document the siting process at the end of the process into a defensible report.
Plan, execute, and lead siting and routing studies for various energy industry projects (transmission, substation, renewables) in Ohio and surrounding states.
Liaison with various governmental agencies, clients, and team members.

Requirements

project management

arcgis

trimble gps

technical writing

bsc environmental

pjm

Project management experience with ability to manage multiple projects and teams.
Ability to manage project team and interact with client team to deliver high quality work product.
Willing to do some travel for site visits and attend public open house meetings.
Familiarity with PJM, MISO and other regional transmission boards and their processes.
Familiarity with leading and performing routing/siting studies and analyses, and preparing associated reports.
Strong technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
Excellent technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
7+ years of experience
Experience with use of ArcGIS, ArcOnline, ArcCollector and ArcGIS Enterprise, Trimble GPS units and Terrasync software.
5-10+ years of experience conducting siting and routing for transmission, substation, or renewables projects
Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science, Geology
Ability to work as a team lead or independently as part of various teams.
Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work, often independently motivated.
High level of motivation, positive attitude, willingness to learn and take on responsibility.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A global leader in engineering services, WSP has a strong presence in the U.S., offering innovative solutions.
Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, energy solutions, and advanced building designs.
Has successfully managed some of the most high-profile transportation, civil engineering, and environmental projects.
Excels in integrating sustainability and technology into the design and delivery of projects, creating long-term value.
The company is involved in projects across various sectors, with an emphasis on creating sustainable, resilient communities.
WSP's approach blends cutting-edge technologies with industry expertise to shape cities, transport networks, and the environment.

Culture + Values

Be a solution‑driven advisor with outstanding expertise
Always be the first choice for clients, partners and employees
INNOVATIVE
TRUSTWORTHY
UNITED
PASSIONATE
CARING

Environment + Sustainability

60% reduction

GHG emissions target

Reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030.

30% reduction

Scope 3 emissions target

Reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030.

90% reduction

Long-term GHG target

Reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2040.

100% renewable

Electricity sourcing target

Goal to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

Joined SEI SE 2050 Commitment to reduce embodied carbon in structural projects by 2050.
U.S. operations achieved carbon neutrality in Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 business travel emissions since 2019.
Emissions reduction strategy deploys energy efficiency, renewables, low-carbon materials, fleet optimization, value-chain engagement, and carbon removals (offsets limited to ≤ 10%).
SBTi-approved science-based targets aligned with a 1.5 °C pathway.

Inclusion & Diversity

U.S. workforce development programs aimed at addressing under‑represented groups
Committed to broad recruitment and development programs supporting diverse talent pipelines
No publicly disclosed gender‑specific headcount or leadership percentages available

Articles

Careers at WSP

Our Projects

About Us

Role

Description

regulatory filing

siting reports

data mapping

windshield surveys

study management

stakeholder liaison

Provide guidance on state filing requirements and subsequently writing components for various public utility applications.
Support siting reports that document the siting process and why a site or route was selected.
Gather background data for project areas, prepare siting and routing maps, participate in meetings to document findings to clients and/or agencies, participate in public open house meetings, conduct windshield surveys of proposed sites and/or routes, and document the siting process at the end of the process into a defensible report.
Plan, execute, and lead siting and routing studies for various energy industry projects (transmission, substation, renewables) in Ohio and surrounding states.
Liaison with various governmental agencies, clients, and team members.

Requirements

project management

arcgis

trimble gps

technical writing

bsc environmental

pjm

Project management experience with ability to manage multiple projects and teams.
Ability to manage project team and interact with client team to deliver high quality work product.
Willing to do some travel for site visits and attend public open house meetings.
Familiarity with PJM, MISO and other regional transmission boards and their processes.
Familiarity with leading and performing routing/siting studies and analyses, and preparing associated reports.
Strong technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
Excellent technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
7+ years of experience
Experience with use of ArcGIS, ArcOnline, ArcCollector and ArcGIS Enterprise, Trimble GPS units and Terrasync software.
5-10+ years of experience conducting siting and routing for transmission, substation, or renewables projects
Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science, Geology
Ability to work as a team lead or independently as part of various teams.
Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work, often independently motivated.
High level of motivation, positive attitude, willingness to learn and take on responsibility.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A global leader in engineering services, WSP has a strong presence in the U.S., offering innovative solutions.
Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, energy solutions, and advanced building designs.
Has successfully managed some of the most high-profile transportation, civil engineering, and environmental projects.
Excels in integrating sustainability and technology into the design and delivery of projects, creating long-term value.
The company is involved in projects across various sectors, with an emphasis on creating sustainable, resilient communities.
WSP's approach blends cutting-edge technologies with industry expertise to shape cities, transport networks, and the environment.

Culture + Values

Be a solution‑driven advisor with outstanding expertise
Always be the first choice for clients, partners and employees
INNOVATIVE
TRUSTWORTHY
UNITED
PASSIONATE
CARING

Environment + Sustainability

60% reduction

GHG emissions target

Reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030.

30% reduction

Scope 3 emissions target

Reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030.

90% reduction

Long-term GHG target

Reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2040.

100% renewable

Electricity sourcing target

Goal to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

Joined SEI SE 2050 Commitment to reduce embodied carbon in structural projects by 2050.
U.S. operations achieved carbon neutrality in Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 business travel emissions since 2019.
Emissions reduction strategy deploys energy efficiency, renewables, low-carbon materials, fleet optimization, value-chain engagement, and carbon removals (offsets limited to ≤ 10%).
SBTi-approved science-based targets aligned with a 1.5 °C pathway.

Inclusion & Diversity

U.S. workforce development programs aimed at addressing under‑represented groups
Committed to broad recruitment and development programs supporting diverse talent pipelines
No publicly disclosed gender‑specific headcount or leadership percentages available

Articles

Careers at WSP

Our Projects

About Us