Senior Siting Lead

About the role

As a Senior Siting Lead, you will take an active role in leading siting projects for utility clients across the country. In this role, you will provide impeccable service through quality delivery of client work and collaborate with the established siting team, project managers, client account managers, and senior technical resources to contribute to the growth of our utility client portfolio. You will provide technical leadership, develop the skills and expertise of our delivery teams, direct the day-to-day delivery of the siting team, and establish processes and procedures for continued success.

We are seeking a professional with siting experience in OK, TX, CO, MN, IN, IL, OH, MI, MO, VA, NC, GA, and/or FL. Two days per week in a Jacobs office, on-site visits, or meetings with clients is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead siting projects for utility clients.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to delivery teams.
• Author siting documentation and perform consulting-related technical tasks supporting the development and siting of energy projects.
• Manage staff and/or subcontractors for the development of transmission line projects.
• Navigate state-level regulatory requirements and permit filings.
• Build and maintain relationships with siting specialists in utility client organizations.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in planning, environmental science, biology, ecology, or civil engineering.
• A minimum of ten years of siting and route analysis experience on electric or gas transmission siting projects in the Eastern or Central US.
• Experience authoring siting documentation and performing consulting-related technical tasks.
• Knowledge of at least one (or more) of the following regulatory application processes for electric transmission lines:
  • Ohio Power Siting Board
  • North Carolina Public Utilities Commission
  • Illinois Commerce Commission
  • Oklahoma Corporation Commission
  • Public Utility Commission of Texas
  • Virginia State Corporation Commission
• Existing relationships with siting specialists in utility client organizations.

Ideal Qualifications

• A master's degree in planning, environmental science, biology, ecology, civil engineering, or a related field.
• A passion for mentoring staff to fully recognize their potential.
• Renewable energy experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees).
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $111,100.00 to $173,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job posted on June 03, 2026.