Principal Siting Lead

About the role

Arcadis is searching for an experienced Siting Lead to join our Energy Transition team to support and grow our expanding Siting and Routing business across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead routing and siting studies and state Public Utilities Commission (PUC) siting applications
• Provide senior level quality assurance/quality control reviews of client deliverables and regulatory filings
• Work collaboratively with our public outreach and permitting teams
• Lead project teams in developing siting strategies and coordinate with clients to ensure successful project outcomes
• Manage the growth of new and existing client relationships in conjunction with business development leaders and account leaders
• Interact with siting specialists, ecologists, cultural resource specialists, planners, engineers, senior technical experts and project/program managers as part of an interdisciplinary team

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), engineering, biology, ecology, or similar discipline
• 12+ years of experience leading electric transmission line and substation siting projects
• 8+ years of experience leading technical teams, managing schedules/budgets, and the delivery of high-quality work products
• 5+ years of experience leading project pursuits, including direct client communication and preparation of project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates
• 5+ years of experience leading applications for CPCN filings
• Experience leading teams and working in collaboration with scientists, engineers, archaeologists, and other specialists on siting and environmental projects
• Involvement in client development and leadership, including the sourcing of project opportunities, participation in industry networking events, and direct client relationship building