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Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead

TTL Inc

San Antonio, TX 78247 • $96,000 to $220,000 / yr • 11/4/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1964, TTL is an engineering design firm focused on delivering integrated infrastructure solutions for public and private clients. From site and corridor selection to due diligence, design, and construction services, TTL is your trusted partner providing single-sourced custom solutions for complex infrastructure development. With more than 575 team members across the Southern United States, TTL provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering; transportation design and CEI; geotechnical engineering; environmental consulting; construction materials engineering and testing; and surveying, GIS, and mapping.

At TTL, we are driven to serve our clients, driven to serve our communities, and driven to serve our people. TTL not only provides a great work/life balance, but we provide excellent employee benefits such as a robust health & dental plan, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.

For more information, please go to www.ttlusa.com.

Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead-Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), Oklahoma (Tulsa, Oklahoma City) -Hybrid or remote position

TTL is searching for a Transmission Routing/Siting Permitting Lead responsible for managing transmission infrastructure projects throughout Texas and Oklahoma. This role involves leading teams through routing studies, environmental reviews and regulatory approvals to ensure compliant project execution. The ideal candidate will have expertise in federal and state permitting, agency coordination, and navigating complex regulations.

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Come to TTL.

Key Job Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple large-scale studies, project teams, and oversee project planning.
  • Serve as liaison with regular interactions with clients and regulatory agencies.
  • Develop and direct public involvement and outreach programs.
  • Lead coordination efforts with utilities (e.g., IOUs, co-ops), landowners, and agencies to develop and refine route alternatives.
  • Lead transmission routing and siting efforts supporting Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN/CPCN) applications before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
  • Serve as senior expert for siting and environmental permitting.
  • Provide expert guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members.
  • Utilize ArcGIS/ArcPro to analyze data, identify potential routes, and develop constraint maps.
  • Prepare and oversee applications for submittal to state utility regulatory agencies and system operators.

Requirements

  • Experience: 6 to 12+ years in environmental consulting, linear infrastructure power sector development.
  • Skills: Proficiency in GIS, knowledge of NEPA processes, and strong technical writing for regulatory documentation.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, and communicating with clients and project staff.
  • Working knowledge of PUCT Substantive Rule 25.101 and siting criteria, including land use, environmental constraints, and community impacts.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing and providing expert services for routing reports, and evidentiary exhibits for PUCT filings.
  • Extensive critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Job Type: Full-time

This position is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check

TTL is an EEO/AAP employer