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About the Role

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal Practice Leader - Permitting & Planning in our Austin or Houston, Texas office. The position will expand our existing growing practice, manage client development, environmental regulatory compliance, and environmental and community strategic planning and support for clients primarily within the Energy and Energy Transition Sector. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects, including the financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction stages. You must have an entrepreneurial attitude, enthusiasm for supporting business development, and a technical background which will expand Geosyntec’s market share.

Responsibilities

Lead business development efforts to develop/maintain client relationships and lead proposal preparation.
Serve as a siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert.
Work with clients for public involvement programs; attend and participate in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings.
Managing and directing routing/siting studies, analyses, and associated reports.
Managing the overall delivery of projects including project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management.
Develop a team to support the growth of the practice.
Work collaboratively across the firm with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts.
Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Requirements

At least 15 years of experience developing capital projects related to the planning, permitting, and regulatory compliance for the project lifecycle; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in managing permitting, planning, compliance and environmental oversight of energy infrastructure projects.
Experience managing the overall delivery of projects including project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management.
Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams.
Experience with public witness testimony and contract negotiations.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients.
Excellent leadership skills.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.
Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers.
Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Skills

Client development
Environmental regulatory compliance
Environmental and community strategic planning
Permitting
Planning
Business development
Siting
Public involvement
Project management
Financial management
Change management
Risk management
Contract/subcontract management
Team development
Collaboration
Mentoring
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Written communication
Verbal communication
Leadership

Location

Austin, Texas
Houston, Texas

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior Principal
15 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology or a related field
Advanced degree in the same
Professional registration (i.e., P.E. P.G.)

Benefits

Competitive pay
Competitive benefits
Well-being programs

About the Company

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, planners, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.