Natural Resources Senior Project Management

About the role

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Natural Resources Senior Project Management in any of our offices within Texas and Louisiana area where you will be involved in projects within our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that solves our clients’ challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across complex energy and industrial projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Natural Resources: Direct and manage teams reviewing anticipated project impacts and avoidance planning considerations for energy and industrial projects, balancing environmental, technical and stakeholder requirements.
• Lead field and reporting efforts for client deliverables and agencies submittals.
• Oversee all aspects of project permitting, including preparation of applications, coordination with local, state, and federal agencies, and management of public hearings and community engagement initiatives.
• Foster productive relationships with regulatory agencies and authorities, ensuring projects adhere to all applicable laws, standards, and best practices, including providing strategic advice and direction on state filing requirements.
• Lead/contribute to business development initiatives to grow the business, including identifying opportunities and building/maintaining client relationships.
• Monitor trends, policy changes, and emerging technologies in the Gulf South’s energy landscape; advise on project strategy and business development opportunities.
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including clients, government officials, landowners, and the public.
• Ensure thorough project documentation, compliance records, and transparent reporting for all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Advocate for innovation and process enhancements, driving operational excellence across all projects.
• Willing to travel within the Gulf South for site visits and attend public meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience, including project management, preferably within the energy and industrial sector, with a track record of success in large to small scale energy projects (electric transmission, distribution, generation, renewables, pipeline, or large scale industrial).
• Familiarity with energy and industrial markets dynamics in the Gulf South, including regulatory structures, permitting pathways, and regional infrastructure challenges.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and build consensus among diverse groups.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to high-quality outcomes.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for operational efficiency, sustainability, and process improvement.
• Ability to anticipate regulatory or market shifts and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Experience with energy projects or emerging technologies is highly valued.
• Demonstrated success in growing client portfolios, recruiting, and engaging with a dynamic team.
• Demonstrated expertise in permitting, regulatory requirements, analyses, and associated report writing and filings for energy projects in the Gulf South region.
• Experience planning, attending, and participating in public meetings.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements affecting energy and industrial infrastructure, especially within the Gulf South markets.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, schedules, and contractors during all phases of project execution.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience in development of successful proposals and presentations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, communicating with clients and project staff.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel within the Gulf South for site visits and attend public meetings.