Renewable Energy Project Manager (Hybrid) at Tetra Tech
Irvine, California, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 25

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 25

Experience

7 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Geology, Land Use, Follow Through Skills, Autocad, External Clients, Wildlife, Development Projects, Environmental Science, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Writing, Biology, Powerpoint, Project Teams, Project Work, Excel, Environmental Engineering, Sensitivity

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tetra Tech’s commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. Our California Operation is adding a Renewable Energy Project Manager to support our growing energy practice, with a specific emphasis on renewables siting and permitting.
Tetra Tech supports our clients in developing renewable projects from concept to completion. Tetra Tech routinely assists our renewable energy development clients with siting, due diligence, permitting, and compliance. The position will support a variety of projects and clients within our growing CA energy practice, including siting, routing, and environmental permitting for utility-scale and distributed solar, battery energy storage, onshore wind, offshore wind, and electric transmission projects throughout California.
This Project Manager - Renewables position will be affiliated with our Irvine Office but can be a remote position. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to join a dynamic environmental consulting environment. We are a collaborative, supportive, and entrepreneurial team that will allow you to challenge yourself and grow professionally while assisting in the growth of Tetra Tech’s Renewable Energy practice in the California and the Western US.
Location: California (Affiliated with Irvine Office, Remote Position Available)

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, geology, or a similar degree or equivalent.
  • 7 to 15 years of demonstrated work experience managing and supporting CEQA projects, including preparing technical studies and writing IS/MNDs, EIRs, or other CEQA documentation.
  • Prior environmental consulting experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience with permitting in California preferred, including agencies such as the California Energy Commission, California Public Utilities Commission, California Coastal Commission, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, and local jurisdiction land use permitting.
  • Experience with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process is a plus.
  • Ability and interest in working as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment with the capability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to prioritize and follow up on pending items.
  • Strong follow-through skills, attention to detail, and work quality.
  • Ability to act independently with project management roles.
  • Ability to work well with all levels of management, outside vendors, and internal and external clients. Sensitivity to confidential information is a must.
  • Demonstrated writing abilities, organizational skills, and competency with basic business computer applications.
  • Competency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required; experience with Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and/or ArcGIS is also desired.
  • Willingness and ability to travel for project work.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in related field.
  • Experience managing major projects with complex project teams in California.
  • Experience with energy development projects and clients.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a Project Manager—including responsibilities to manage technical projects, engage with clients to identify new work opportunities, prepare proposals and cost estimates, establish and formulate technical approaches, and direct multi-disciplinary project teams to complete projects on time and on budget.
  • Set and continually manage project and program expectations while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders.
  • Support or lead preparation and production of land use and resource permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies and jurisdictions.
  • Perform various consulting-related duties supporting the development, analysis, permitting and financial aspects of onshore and offshore renewable energy development projects.
  • Support business development efforts including client meetings and proposal preparation.
  • Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
  • Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
  • Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
  • Additional duties as required.
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