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Tetra Tech's commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. Tetra Tech is seeking a Regional Transmission Sector Siting & Permitting Lead for the western United States. This individual will play a critical role in establishing the strategic direction for Tetra Tech's Transmission sector, working closely with other operational and business development leaders.

Your Role:

Business Development:

Identify and win large transmission programs while leveraging Tetra Tech's relationships with existing utility and developer clients.

Grow the top transmission client accounts in Tetra Tech's portfolio.

Track opportunities across Tetra Tech's services and champion an integrated approach in the Western U.S., focusing on the Northwest, CAISO, Southwest, SPP, or ERCOT regions.

Partner with Program Managers and Operation Managers to assist regional leaders in developing Annual Operating Plans (AOP).

Build and develop a team of high performers; recruit and retain specialist staff, project managers, and account managers within the practice.

Develop in-house sector expertise, best practices, and R&D initiatives.

Collaborate closely with the Renewable Energy account managers and business development team.

Strategic Thinking:

Identify industry trends and develop a long-term view of the market and client base.

Contribute to Tetra Tech's growth by establishing new service areas.

Anticipate medium- and long-term client needs and industry dynamics.

Innovate and enhance Tetra Tech's Transmission capabilities, geographic footprint, and integrated approach.

Leadership:

Direct all marketing and business development activities within the Transmission Sector.

Lead outreach efforts, including white papers, conferences, and seminars.

Support the development of multi-disciplinary project execution teams, including engineering, survey, and geotechnical practitioners.

Promote Tetra Tech's culture, prioritizing employee health and safety.

Qualifications:

Capabilities and Credentials:

High-integrity executive with a commitment to delivering on promises.

Strategic thinker with in-depth experience in the Transmission sector.

Ability to create innovative and effective client solutions aligned with sector and global business objectives.

Proven experience in building rapport and trust with clients, business leaders, and team members.

Strong team-building and influencing skills.

Proactive market leader known for sustaining long-term client relationships.

Ability to travel up to 50% as required.

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with state regulations is required.

Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Education and Experience:

Undergraduate degree in environmental science or engineering required.

Graduate degree in a technical, business, or marketing field preferred.

15+ years of experience in the Transmission sector, with expertise in consulting preferred.

Environmental regulatory experience with Western region Independent System