Transmission Siting and Permitting Lead

About the Role

• Lead business development by cultivating client relationships and directing proposal preparation • Manage multiple projects at various stages and locations • Direct project teams for key clients • Develop and implement public involvement strategies, attending open houses, meetings, and hearings • Serve as subject matter expert for siting and environmental permitting • Oversee routing and siting studies, analyses, and related reports • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, attorneys, planners, and real estate experts • Mentor staff to foster professional growth • Make ethical decisions regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct • Work independently while providing leadership and ensuring QA/QC compliance • Prepare proposals, presentations, and pricing structures • Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving from field data to effective solutions • Maintain a proven safety record and follow WSP health, safety, and harassment policies

Key Responsibilities

• ▸project management
• ▸routing studies
• ▸siting analysis
• ▸qa/qc
• ▸proposal prep
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

The position focuses on electric transmission line and substation routing, siting, and renewable energy development across Rhode Island and neighboring states. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in Rhode Island, familiarity with the Rhode Island Energy Facility and Siting Board, and demonstrates collaborative, responsive communication and strong organizational abilities. • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in environmental or related field, or equivalent experience • Possess 10+ years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning for energy projects • Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal communication across all organization levels • Know New England state agency personnel and decision‑makers • Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication, defining client requirements and managing expectations • Adapt to flexible schedules, prioritize tasks, and thrive under pressure • Travel occasionally as project needs dictate • Preferred: Master’s degree in a related environmental discipline • Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification • Preferred: Experience with contract negotiations and management • Preferred: Experience providing expert witness testimony

Requirements

• ▸bachelors
• ▸masters
• ▸pmp
• ▸10+ years
• ▸leadership
• ▸transmission

Benefits

WSP USA, a global engineering and professional services firm, employs over 15,000 staff in more than 300 U.S. offices and offers a flexible, agile workplace model. Employees receive comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings—to support health and financial stability throughout their careers.

Work Environment

Hybrid