Lead Project Manager - Utility Permittin

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is actively seeking a qualified Lead Project Manager - Utility Permitting with strong interpersonal skills and experience in utility project permitting and project management to join our team and primarily support natural gas, renewable energy generation, and electric transmission projects. Projects will be located throughout the Northeast US, with specific focus on the New England area.

This individual will work with a dynamic and company-wide team to successfully drive projects throughout all phases, from early planning and permitting through construction. The ideal candidate will possess extensive environmental consulting and project management experience, preferably with specific knowledge of renewable energy generation, electric transmission, and gas transmission. SWCA is looking for the right candidate to take on existing and future projects and help build our presence throughout the Northeast subregion.

This role will report to one of our MA office locations (Amherst or Southborough) but candidates can distributed, preferably anywhere within the New England area. This is a regular (with benefits), salaried, full-time position.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.
What you will accomplish

Work closely with and lead project teams to navigate permitting challenges and meet client needs.
Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively.
Lead and advise on all aspects of project implementation, including the development of permitting strategies, provide QA/QC of work processes and deliverables, and lead teams completing technical studies that support permitting efforts.
Assist the Midwest/Northeast (MWNE) regional VPs and Directors in the development/updating and implementation of regional business plan(s).
Manage & support New-England-based projects, as well as other projects in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and beyond.
Help develop existing and new clients in the energy marketplace, taking a lead role in key accounts.
Develop internal SWCA network via relationship-building with peers and directors across the MWNE region.
Engage with SWCA's Technical Director team to support quality initiatives, and development of policies & procedures in your areas of expertise.
Attend & contribute to office Business Development meetings in the Northeast offices as appropriate.
Contribute to the development of SWCA's regional team by supporting hiring and staff development.
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EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.