THE OPPORTUNITY:

Our national Energy Practice is continuing to grow. Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Project Manager and Seller/Doer to grow our energy practice and support a variety of projects from concept to completion in a dynamic consulting environment. With decades of national experience, Tetra Tech offers a wealth of technical knowledge and a strong understanding of energy development. From planning, siting, evaluation and permitting design, operation and maintenance, Tetra Tech supports our clients in developing energy projects from concept to completion.
Successful candidates will have a strong technical background and demonstrated leadership experience with energy projects with a focus on commercial, utility, and distributed-generation scale solar PV, battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, natural gas power plant projects, and/or transmission experience. This strategic candidate will be responsible for developing and nurturing client relationships, responding to client opportunities, develop and working with multiple Tetra Tech resources to support the project execution on all project activities across a variety of energy project types and services.
The Seller/Doers will be involved in client business development to sell and provide a variety of environmental services that support the development, design, construction, and operation of energy projects. Services may include but not limited to, due diligence, project feasibility, natural and cultural resource evaluation, regulatory permitting, studies and design, and compliance support for assets already in operation. Our ideal candidates will have existing client relationships and a proven track record of winning work within the energy market. The ideal candidates will be able to lead by example and understand the team’s responsibilities because they have performed the same tasks in a previous role.
This is a strategic growth opportunity within Tetra Tech’s Energy Program. These individuals will work as a team with Energy Initiative Program Leads to establish the strategic direction and growth of Tetra Tech’s energy practice. Our ideal candidates will have the experience and proven track record of building teams and winning work with the opportunity to develop and expand our team’s energy practice to support multiple locations across Tetra Tech.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree but preferably a graduate degree in environmental, engineering, environmental sciences, urban/regional planning, environmental policy, environmental studies, and/or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, with more experience preferred, with account management, business development, environmental assessments and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance/permitting in the US.
• Must have existing client relationships in the energy generation market and a proven track record of winning new work.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of planning, permitting, design and construction related to energy facilities.
• Strong working knowledge of state siting and permitting processes.
• Proven success in providing leadership for project teams by building and motivating team members to meet project goals.
• Must demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and with minimal supervision, including prioritizing, organizing, and planning effectively to meet all deadlines.
• Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational teambuilding skills including the ability to lead up, across and down multiple business and technology organizations.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
• Experience preparing and submitting budget proposals and recommending subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Experience in successfully leading projects to on-time, on-schedule and within budget.
• Experience leading, motivating, and managing various project teams, including internal and external resources, while holding team accountable for performance.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and presentation skills to convey technical information to clients and business and financial reports to management.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently and accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

• Work with local office, existing Tetra Tech account managers, operations and market leads to expand existing client accounts.
• Develop, sustain, and grow new energy clients to include utilities or developers.
• Support a team of high performers focused on energy project development and associated support.
• Participate in client marketing and business development activities which consist of proposal development, technical presentations, trade show attendance, client meetings and the development of marketing materials.
• Collaborate nationally across the Tetra Tech organization to identify and develop project teams.
• Work closely with local Operations Manager, Energy Initiative Leads, and other Business Unit Leaders to deliver safe, quality, profitable, and sustainable projects, and services for our clients.
• Serve as Senior Project Manager or Technical Advisor where you will manage technical projects, engage with clients to identify new work opportunities, prepare proposals, and cost estimates, establish, and formulate technical approaches, and direct project teams.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional, safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Provide leadership for project teams by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
• Lead and manage the and/or federal and state permitting process for complex projects.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership on navigating complex project challenges.
• Oversee efficient management of a team handling permitting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permit requirements.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, internal teams, and external organizations.
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering and engineering design for energy projects is a plus.
• 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.