Renewable Energy Permitting Lead

Description

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in leading site and route permitting projects in the Midwest.
• The successful candidate will be highly organized, possess effective communication skills, and demonstrate superior project management, writing, research, time management, project scheduling, quality assurance and related project skills. Responsibilities include managing projects, leading teams, drafting and reviewing permit applications, attending client meetings, interacting with design professionals, directing subject matter experts and administrative staff, mentoring junior staff, and developing work scopes and budget proposals for expanding business opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental reviews (federal NEPA and equivalent state programs), state site and route permit processes and applications, associated federal, state and local regulatory programs and permits, directing and managing environmental and cultural resources desktop and field investigations, and construction-related federal, state, and local approvals is essential, as well as having familiarity with specific application filing requirements, rules, and guidance for various Midwest states. Additionally, the candidate should have experience attending public hearings and meetings on behalf of clients and providing testimony.
• The candidate will have considerable experience in renewable energy project development and permitting utility-scale wind, solar, and/or energy storage facilities, as well as high-voltage transmission lines. Experience with data center and collocated project permitting and approvals is a plus.
• Applicants should possess expertise with permitting processes such as Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN), Minnesota Public Utility Commission (MPUC) Site and Route Permitting, North Dakota Public Services Commission (PSC) Certificate of Site or Route Compatibility, Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) Certificate, and the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need (CECPN).

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance