The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Project Manager - Electric Transmission to lead electric transmission routing and permitting projects in California. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, entrepreneurial environmental consulting team and play a key role in the continued growth of Tetra Tech's transmission practice.

This position is affiliated with our Irvine, California office, with flexibility for remote work anywhere in California.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Execution

• Serve as Senior Project Manager delivering transmission siting, routing, and permitting projects
• Manage and lead multi-disciplinary teams supporting siting, routing, environmental permitting, and engineering/design efforts
• Plan and execute projects to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Lead preparation and production of land use and resource permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies
• Support consulting activities related to development, analysis, permitting, and financial aspects of transmission projects
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report health and safety incidents or concerns
• Perform additional duties as required

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Identify, pursue, and win large electric transmission projects and programs
• Leverage existing relationships with utility and developer clients
• Review and respond to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs
• Engage with clients to identify new opportunities and develop pursuit strategies
• Prepare proposal documents, scopes, and cost estimates
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain current industry knowledge

Qualifications:

Capabilities & Credentials

• High-integrity professional with a strong commitment to delivering results
• Strategic thinker with deep experience in the electric transmission sector
• Proven ability to develop innovative client solutions aligned with business objectives
• Strong client relationship-building and influencing skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (required)
• 10-15+ years of experience managing and supporting electric transmission siting, routing, and permitting projects
• Prior environmental consulting experience strongly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of California siting application requirements
• Experience providing expert witness testimony to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
• Demonstrated experience with California regulatory agencies, including:
  • California Energy Commission
  • California Coastal Commission
  • California State Lands Commission
  • California Department of Fish and Wildlife
  • State Water Resources Control Board
• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, federal and state permitting, transmission infrastructure, and renewable energy projects
• Working knowledge of GIS and routing/siting software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and quality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Microsoft Project and/or ArcGIS preferred

Work Environment:

• Remote or office-based consulting environment
• Frequent collaboration with internal teams, clients, and agencies
• Travel required for project execution and client engagement

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Compensation:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $140,000 - $180,000 annually

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.