Routing & Siting Project Manager

1 week ago

Downers Grove, Illinois, United States ESPO Corporation Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Routing & Siting Project Manager
Location:
Downers Grove, IL

Job Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is seeking an experienced
Routing & Siting Project Manager
to lead transmission line routing studies, environmental assessments, permitting, and NEPA-related work for major utility and infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate is a proven seller-doer with a strong track record managing both small and large-scale environmental and routing projects—providing leadership, business development support, and technical excellence across multiple disciplines.
Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead the execution of electric transmission routing and siting projects.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and technical lead/author on routing studies, siting evaluations, environmental studies, and regulatory documentation.
  • Manage and prepare routing studies and evaluations for state regulatory filings.
  • Prepare environmental impact analyses, NEPA documentation, and technical reports for projects across multiple markets.
  • Oversee land use planning activities, including pre-application meetings, jurisdictional coordination, public outreach materials, and land use permit submittals.
  • Lead and mentor junior environmental and technical staff; provide team direction and project guidance.
  • Collaborate with clients, resource agencies, and internal technical teams to produce environmental documents and supporting technical studies.
  • Develop proposals, cost estimates, scopes of work, and strategic project plans.
  • Support and grow client relationships; contribute to business development efforts.
  • Manage environmental permit applications and analyze environmental data for transmission, renewables, generation, and gas infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Land Use/Urban Planning, Natural or Cultural Resource Management, or related field.
  • Minimum
    7 years
    of professional experience in routing/siting studies, NEPA compliance, environmental permitting, CPCN documentation, or energy facility siting/licensing.
  • Proven experience leading project teams, managing budgets/schedules, and supporting business development initiatives.
  • Strong experience preparing zoning, environmental, and regulatory permitting documents.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with government officials, property owners, agency representatives, clients, and contractors.
  • Familiarity with regulatory agencies and resource requirements in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, or other PJM states (preferred).
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent analytical, report writing, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to travel up to
    20%
    as needed.

ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401 (k) after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.

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