Senior Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager

Arcadis•Highlands Ranch, CO

1d•$92,160 - $176,640•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Senior Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager to support its power business across the United States. The role manages multiple transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects at varying stages of development and across different geographic locations. The successful candidate will collaborate with a diverse team of specialists and balance varying priorities. The position follows a hybrid work structure combining in-office and remote work, with periodic travel of 10–15%. The Project Manager leads project teams and coordinates multidisciplinary contributors, delivering routing, siting, permitting, and public involvement work to clients. The role involves developing and implementing public involvement strategies, including open houses, public meetings, and hearings. As the client point of contact, the Project Manager is responsible for overall technical and financial project performance, including scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and change management. The position also supports the growth of new and existing client relationships alongside business development and account leaders. Activities include leveraging client relationships, supporting account teams, leading pursuits and proposal development, and participating in market-facing events to increase Arcadis’ presence and profile.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
10 or more years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects for energy-related developments; associated experience with environmental agencies and departmental roles with commercial entities may be considered equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, work independently, maintain QA/QC standards, and manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
Excellent technical writing and strategic problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with company leadership, project teams, and clients.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant environmental, planning, natural sciences, or related discipline.
Project Management Professional certification or other applicable professional certifications.
Experience with contract negotiations, contract management, and expert witness testimony.
Involvement in client development and leadership, including sourcing project opportunities, participating in industry networking events, and building direct client relationships.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects across stages of development and geographic locations.
Lead project teams and coordinate multidisciplinary contributors.
Provide high-quality routing, siting, permitting, and public involvement deliverables to clients.
Participate in the development and implementation of public involvement strategies, including open houses, public meetings, and hearings.
Serve as the client point of contact.
Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and change, and oversee overall technical and financial performance.
Support the growth of new and existing client relationships in coordination with business development and account leaders.
Leverage existing client relationships and support client account teams.
Lead pursuits and proposal development.
Participate in market-facing events to increase Arcadis’ presence and profile.