Senior Environmental Planning/Senior Siting Specialist

Job Description WSP is searching for a Senior Environmental Planner/Siting Specialist to work in one of our Cincinnati, Columbus, or Cleveland offices. Join our Earth & Environment Team to help solve client challenges and meet organizational objectives. Your Impact Plan, execute, and lead siting and routing studies for projects in the energy industry across Ohio and surrounding states. Gather background data, prepare siting and routing maps, and document findings for clients and agencies. Participate in public open‑house meetings and conduct windshield surveys. Document the siting process in defensible reports. Liaise with governmental agencies, clients, and team members. Provide guidance on state filing requirements and draft components for public utility applications. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience. Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field. Familiarity with routing/siting studies, PJM, MISO, and regional transmission boards. Excellent technical writing and clear communication skills. Ability to manage project teams and meet high‑quality deliverables. Willingness to travel for site visits and public meetings. Positive attitude, motivation, and commitment to timely completion. Preferred Qualifications 5–10+ years of experience conducting siting and routing for transmission, substation, or renewable projects. Strong technical writing and multidisciplinary teamwork skills. Project management experience with multiple projects and teams. Benefits WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings. Compensation Expected Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 (all locations). Compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, and specific geographic location. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global leader in engineering and professional services. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 U.S. offices, we design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. Equal Opportunity Employer WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr