Environmental Project Manager

Overview WSP is a leading energy solutions provider with decades of experience managing projects across the Texas/Louisiana region (including adjacent states in the south-central U.S.). 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. Responsibilities Permitting Expertise: Manage environmental permitting, applications, agency coordination, public meetings, and stakeholder engagement. Project Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams across complex energy projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget. Siting and Routing: Direct site selection and route evaluation for transmission, distribution, and generation facilities. Regulatory Engagement: Partner with local, state, and federal agencies; provide strategic guidance on state filing requirements. Expert witness testimony experience is a plus. Stakeholder Management: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, agencies, landowners, and internal partners. Business Development: Lead proposal development, scope definition, budgets, schedules, and client relationship growth. Continuous Improvement: Champion innovation, operational efficiency, and best practices across project delivery. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred). 7+ years of experience managing environmental projects in the energy sector (transmission, generation, renewables, or pipelines). Demonstrated expertise in permitting, siting and routing, impact assessments, and regulatory compliance in TX, LA, AR, OK, NM, or MS. Experience preparing and managing Public Utility Commission/Public Service Commission applications, including expert testimony. Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and contractors across the full project lifecycle. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including public meetings and community outreach. Track record of successful proposal development, client growth, and project leadership. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Location The role may be based in Austin, TX; Houston, TX; San Antonio, TX; Fort Worth/Dallas, TX; Corpus Christi, TX; Baton Rouge, LA; or Albuquerque, NM. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. We offer a flexible and agile workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package. WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and the selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr