Transmission Associate, Non-Environmental Permitting at Invenergy LLC in Jefferson City, Missouri

Job Description:

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.


This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.



Job Description




Position Overview



The Transmission Associate, Non-Environmental Permitting, leads the preparation, negotiation, acquisition and tracking of various non-environmental permit agreements required for the construction and completion of high voltage electric transmission projects across the assigned territory. In addition to permits, the agreements may also be in the form of easements, leases, licenses or other contract agreements as required. Permit agreements may be required from, but not limited to, railroads, Department of Transportation (DOT), state land offices, United States Army Corps of Engineers, county and municipalities within the project area.



Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross functional teams to understand transmission project permitting needs and requirements.
  
  


• Research permitting entities' requirements and contact information for preparing and submitting a successful permit application.
  
  


• Interpret and assess the rules and regulations of the permitting entity to determine project compliance requirements.
  
  


• Obtain and share location data, including mileposts or legal descriptions where required.
  
  


• Review fees and costs associated with permit applications, gather additional market data to determine expected costs to the project associated with the permit request.
  
  


• Review ownership information, including title work where required, to determine appropriate ownership information of the permitting entity.
  
  


• Perform quantitative analysis to assist in determining a go/no-go permitting decision for assigned projects, as needed.
  
  


• Successfully negotiate the acquisition of all required permit agreements for assigned projects.
  
  


• Track project specific and on-going permit requirements for the transmission portfolio.
  
  


• Coordinate stakeholder communication efforts and represent Invenergy for all assigned projects.
  
  


• Identify opportunities to eliminate errors and implement process improvements across the transmission portfolio of projects.
  
  


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  
  


• 3-5 years' work experience in the energy, utilities, right of way, land management, land use, surveying, or environmental industry.
  
  


• Strong organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills to identify and solve problems efficiently and effectively without direct supervision.
  
  


• Excellent communication and networking skills with the ability to write effective, concise communications.
  
  


• Proficient in all MS Office software especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
  
  


• Valid driver's license required.
  
  


• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree with a preferred focus of Business, Management, Engineering, Real Estate
  
  


• Experience working on electric transmission projects or other long, linear energy projects.
  
  


• Industry certifications or licenses applicable to the role including but not limited to AAPL, IRWA, PMP, PE, RLS.
  
  


• Basic understanding of law, engineering, surveying, real estate and contracts.
  
  


• Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and plans.
  
  


• Basic project management skills and demonstration of capabilities.
  
  


• Experience using mapping software, mainly Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Google Earth.
  
  


• Familiarity with energy project development including schedules and construction activities.
  
  

Base Pay



82,500.00 - 100,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30%


The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.


Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. Apply Now