Siting and Routing Specialist

AECOM•Conshohocken, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Transmission Siting and Routing Specialist to join its Mid-Atlantic Environmental Planning and Permitting department. The role may be based in a Mid-Atlantic office, including the Greater Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, or Arlington/DC Metro areas; other locations may be considered. Hybrid and teleworking opportunities are available. The specialist performs siting and routing studies for linear infrastructure projects, including transmission lines and substations, as well as new oil and gas lines and transfer stations. The work includes developing routing and siting alternatives, conducting GIS-based analysis, gathering and reviewing environmental data, assessing impacts, and preparing technical reports and other project deliverables. The position involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and clients, participation in meetings and field activities, and support for public meetings, regulatory filings, quality reviews, and business development. Client travel and fieldwork, including overnight travel, may be required. Work may involve extended or evening hours. The position requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least six years of experience or demonstrated equivalent education and experience, including siting and routing experience. U.S. citizenship and a valid driver’s license are required. The employee must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review. Relocation and sponsorship are not available. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Studies, Geography/Regional Planning, or a related field, plus six years of experience or demonstrated equivalent education and experience.
Siting and routing experience.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
Ability to travel, including overnight travel.
Ability to work extended and/or evening hours when required.

Nice To Haves

Five to ten years of direct siting and routing development experience.
Technical writing, data analysis, and ESRI GIS experience related to transmission siting and routing studies.
Permitting and environmental impact assessment experience and/or team leadership experience.
Experience in the Mid-Atlantic region, including PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA, WV, OH, IN, IL, or KY; experience in other states will also be considered.
In-depth working knowledge of utility siting and routing processes and public utility regulations and application processes.
Working understanding of desktop and field review processes used in siting and routing studies.
Experience authoring siting and routing reports.
Experience in a fast-paced, demanding consulting environment, with strong self-motivation and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct and lead siting and routing studies, developing potential routing and siting options within geodatabases using ArcPro or other ESRI-based GIS platforms.
Develop quantitative and qualitative outputs and metrics, mapping packages, and technical siting study reports; complete environmental impact assessments.
Collect and review desktop environmental data and perform routing and siting analyses.
Participate in and lead client meetings and site walkdowns; assist with preparation for public meetings and public utility commission filings.
Perform technical and quality reviews of work completed by other staff and collaborate with project teams to meet client-driven deadlines.
Work as a technical specialist within a larger team or independently, depending on project needs.
Support AECOM Senior Project Managers and leadership with business development, proposals, qualifications packages, and client development.
Travel for client work and fieldwork, including overnight travel, as required.