POWER Engineers, Inc. is actively seeking a highly motivated Mid- to Senior-Level Environmental Planner to assist the Environmental Project Management Team on electrical infrastructure siting/routing, planning, and environmental permitting projects in the Midwest and Mid- Atlantic states. This full-time opportunity will be based in our Richmond, VA office or remotely from Washington DC, or Roanoke, VA. Employees may travel to a POWER office for periodic meetings.
Roles And Responsibilities
Conduct and lead siting/routing studies
Assist with public outreach tasks, including review and preparing news releases and fact sheets, as part of the siting/routing process
Prepare and review technical writing of environmental planning and analysis documents
Prepare and assist with local zoning or permit applications
Assist senior staff with project controls, team coordination, budget, and forecasting
Prepare proposals and cost estimates for business development efforts
Lead internal and external staff and project coordination meetings
Prepare and review project schedules and milestones
Interface with internal and external project managers/staff, clients, and sub-contractors
Research local, state, and federal permitting requirements
Manage multiple projects at various stages, disciplines, and locations
Performs other duties as assigned
This position can require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules. Applicants must have the ability to attend and participate in open house and public meeting environments and willingness to travel up to 30% for site visits and client meetings.
Required Education/Experience
BS degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architect, or related degree
Five to ten (5-10) years of experience
Experience in linear infrastructure planning. Siting and routing linear infrastructure, including transmission lines and gas pipelines
Knowledge and interest in federal, state, and local environmental policy and regulation
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team and collaborative environment, both internally and with clients
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Self-starter willing to tackle a variety of tasks simultaneously
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to lead a team and provide guidance to junior or entry level staff
Experience in proposal writing and presentations
Strong writing skills
Preferred Education/Experience
Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, and Adobe Creative Suite computer applications
MS in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related degree
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives with the opportunityto make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.
Since We’re Employee-owned, We Get To Make POWER a Great Place To Work. That Includes Providing Competitive Compensation, Professional Development And a Full Benefit Package
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender -Affirming Care
POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Consulting, Engineering, and Science
Industries
Environmental Services, Engineering Services, and Utilities
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