WSP in the U.S.
Environmental Vice President, Energy Project Management
WSP in the U.S., San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
WSP USA is initiating a search for a Vice President, Environmental Energy Project Management to join our California Earth and Environment Team. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with 12+ years of experience managing energy infrastructure siting, routing, permitting, and construction compliance projects. The ideal candidate has experience with electric transmission lines and substations, energy generation and transmission projects, and midstream pipelines with demonstrated success in both project/program management and business development. Your Impact
Serve as project/program lead for projects within our California energy portfolio Manage multidisciplinary projects in various geographic locations and phases of development including routing/siting, impact assessment, permitting, and construction compliance Client coordination and project financial performance including preparing and monitoring project scope, budget, schedule, and forecasting Expand existing client portfolios and establish new leads Support proposal preparation for task orders and/or new contracts Participate in and contribute to annual strategic business planning Lead collection of environmental field resource data and preparation of environmental documents and permit applications; coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies for project permitting Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, attorneys, planners, GIS analysts, permitting and environmental resource specialists, land agents, and construction compliance monitors Communicate with the public and community stakeholders at hearings and public meetings Implement corporate and project-specific Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs, including methodology and document review, participation in field reviews, project compliance inspections, and site meetings Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 12+ years of professional experience managing environmental impact assessment, licensing, and permitting in California, preferably related to utility infrastructure development and operations Extensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise with NEPA, CEQA, and related federal and state laws and regulations (e.g., Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, etc.) Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to define and understand client requirements, manage expectations, and oversee project staff and subcontractors Travel up to 30% of the time for client, project, and internal meetings Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications as applicable to technical expertise Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental licensing & permitting regulations to facilitate energy infrastructure projects in California WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. Compensation
Expected Salary: $135,900 - $214,940 (all locations)
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WSP USA is initiating a search for a Vice President, Environmental Energy Project Management to join our California Earth and Environment Team. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with 12+ years of experience managing energy infrastructure siting, routing, permitting, and construction compliance projects. The ideal candidate has experience with electric transmission lines and substations, energy generation and transmission projects, and midstream pipelines with demonstrated success in both project/program management and business development. Your Impact
Serve as project/program lead for projects within our California energy portfolio Manage multidisciplinary projects in various geographic locations and phases of development including routing/siting, impact assessment, permitting, and construction compliance Client coordination and project financial performance including preparing and monitoring project scope, budget, schedule, and forecasting Expand existing client portfolios and establish new leads Support proposal preparation for task orders and/or new contracts Participate in and contribute to annual strategic business planning Lead collection of environmental field resource data and preparation of environmental documents and permit applications; coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies for project permitting Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, attorneys, planners, GIS analysts, permitting and environmental resource specialists, land agents, and construction compliance monitors Communicate with the public and community stakeholders at hearings and public meetings Implement corporate and project-specific Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs, including methodology and document review, participation in field reviews, project compliance inspections, and site meetings Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 12+ years of professional experience managing environmental impact assessment, licensing, and permitting in California, preferably related to utility infrastructure development and operations Extensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise with NEPA, CEQA, and related federal and state laws and regulations (e.g., Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, etc.) Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to define and understand client requirements, manage expectations, and oversee project staff and subcontractors Travel up to 30% of the time for client, project, and internal meetings Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications as applicable to technical expertise Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental licensing & permitting regulations to facilitate energy infrastructure projects in California WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. Compensation
Expected Salary: $135,900 - $214,940 (all locations)
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