Senior Project Manager

WSP is a leading energy solutions provider with decades of experience managing projects across the Midwest. Our portfolio includes transmission line development, renewable energy generation, energy storage, and grid modernization. We are committed to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and communities.

Why join us?

* Impact:
Be instrumental in shaping the Midwest's energy infrastructure and advancing clean, reliable energy solutions.

* Collaboration:

Work alongside a talented, passionate team committed to driving excellence in every project.

* Growth:
Benefit from ongoing professional development, leadership opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge industry trends.

* Culture:
Thrive in an environment that values integrity, innovation, and respect for diverse perspectives.

* Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a comprehensive salary package, performance incentives, and robust benefits.

This Opportunity

Are you ready to help us drive the next phase of energy infrastructure in the Midwest? We are seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager with extensive experience managing both large and small environmental-related projects within the power and energy sector. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in siting and routing, project permitting, and on-site construction oversight for compliance with permit conditions.

Strong collaboration with regulatory agencies and a comprehensive understanding of the Midwest energy market are essential.

To support our growing workload, WSP is looking for a professional Siting and Routing, and Natural Resources focused Project Manager with a background in the energy market. This professional will join our interdisciplinary team of professionals in our Midwest Region, focused on siting and routing with state permitting, impact assessment for the social, natural, and physical environment to support a variety of clients and projects.

The following locations are included but not limited to:
Minneapolis or Duluth, MN, Chicago, IL, Madison, WI or in the Dakotas or Iowa. Our dynamic team works collaboratively within the region and with other planners, scientists, and engineers within WSP to successfully meet our clients' needs.

We promote a positive work environment for multi-disciplinary collaboration and pride ourselves in making sure every team member is valued and given opportunity for growth. The focus of experienced professional joining our team would be to lead a variety of energy-related projects in coordination with other planners, biologists, archeologists, scientists, and engineers in the Midwest Region and beyond. Leadership of such efforts will include proposal development, client coordination and managing scope, schedule, and budget as well as technical aspects from project initiation to completion.

This role will focus on project management and delivery oversight for energy-related projects, interpersonal skills, and the ability to partner with clients, co-workers, and agency representatives. WSP is especially interested in candidates with a history in leading such efforts for the energy generation and transmission industry and other energy-focused projects.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in directing the technical and administrative aspects of complex siting and routing projects, environmental studies related to environmental impact assessment and permitting, and will be responsible for coordinating schedules, providing technical direction to project teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, implementing program policy and problem resolution to assure project completions on time and within budget. Flexibility and willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary team is a must.

Opportunities for growth include development of client relationships, marketing and business development, and leading a team of natural resources practitioners.

Experience with routing and siting and/or other energy-related projects in ND, SD, IA, MN, or WI is preferred.

Your Impact

* Project Leadership:
Lead multidisciplinary teams across complex energy projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.

* Siting and Routing:
Direct and manage site selection and route evaluation processes for transmission, distribution, and generation facilities, balancing environmental, technical, and stakeholder requirements.

* Permitting Expertise:
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.

* Regulatory Engagement:
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…