Director / Principal — Utilities Practice

Overview

Lead and grow Rincon's utilities practice, overseeing strategy, projects, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• portfolio management
• process improvement
• regulatory strategy
• qa/qc review
• planning permitting
• client relations

Tasks

-Oversee project portfolios, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and on-time, on-budget delivery. -Streamline operations and enhance service delivery through process improvements. -Guide strategy for CPUC, FERC, utility-specific permitting, and licensing. -Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions for transmission, distribution, power generation, and utility infrastructure projects. -Cultivate and sustain senior-level client relationships, positioning Rincon as a trusted advisor. -Lead business development, including opportunity identification, proposal strategy, and industry representation. -Lead succession planning to ensure long-term practice sustainability. -Provide QA/QC review for technical studies, environmental documentation, and regulatory filings. -Mentor senior staff on business strategy, technical leadership, and client management. -Recruit, develop, and retain top talent for the Utilities practice, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture. -Oversee planning and permitting of operations and maintenance programs, including execution of PEA (Proponent’s Environmental Assessments) and DER (Detailed Engineering Review) where applicable. -Develop and maintain relationships with major California utilities, including SoCalGas, SDG&E, PG&E, LADWP, and SCE. -Shape and lead Rincon’s statewide strategy for utilities services.

Requirements

• digital pm
• cpuc
• budgeting
• licensing
• 12+ years
• bs/ba

What You Bring

-Proficiency in digital project management tools -Knowledge of CPUC processes, General Orders, and utility O&M permitting -Strong business acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation -Experience in licensing, permitting, and programmatic compliance for utility infrastructure projects -12+ years’ senior-level experience in utilities-focused consulting, project delivery, and business development -Proven track record of building long-term client relationships and securing repeat business -Exceptional communication and presentation skills -BS or BA in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, or related field (MS/advanced degree preferred) -Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects, navigate regulatory frameworks, and deliver strategic solutions for clients

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About Rincon Consultants

-a leading provider of environmental, planning, and engineering services. -specializes in addressing the complexities of large-scale projects across various sectors. -provides innovative solutions to tackle environmental and infrastructure challenges with a team of experts. -diverse project portfolio includes work with government agencies, private industries, and municipalities. -impact spans urban development, environmental restoration, renewable energy, and water resource management. -involved in the design and implementation of sustainable solutions for energy and water conservation.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug screening required -additional drug testing for federal projects, including thc screening