Senior Program Manager
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? The Senior Program Manager will oversee the development of energy projects—including natural gas-fired generation, solar and wind generation, and energy storage—from inception through construction and commissioning. This role manages existing projects and contributes to expanding Verdantas’s project portfolio. What You'll Do: Technical Oversight Lead multidisciplinary technical projects, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure quality standards. Coordinate federal, state, and local permits and studies. Review contracts and project team deliverables for accuracy and compliance. Ensure adherence to safety standards and best practices. Business Development Expand existing client accounts and develop new energy clients. Prepare proposals, budgets, and schedules for new projects. Participate in marketing, technical presentations, and client meetings. Contribute to business planning and strategy. Team Leadership Build and lead project teams across the organization. Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative work environment. Support talent acquisition and staff development. Industry Expertise Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and technologies. Understand supply/demand, policy, markets, and financial metrics for project success. Innovate and identify new service areas in response to market changes. Experience with CAISO, MISO, ERCOT, PJM RTO interconnection requirements preferred. What You'll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in civil/electrical engineering, environmental sciences, urban/regional planning, or related field. Professional Engineering registration preferred Ohio Energy regulation experience 15+ years of experience in energy project development (natural gas, solar, wind, energy storage). Experience with state and local permitting, including special use permits and public meetings. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Proven client development and management experience. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel). Knowledge of solar energy modeling tools (e.g., PVSyst, PVcase, PlantPredict) Salary Range: The minimum salary for this position is $150,000.00. At Verdantas, we offer comprehensive benefits packages for our employees. Actual salary is based on the circumstances of each position and candidate, such as geographic location, skills, and certifications. We recognize and reward exceptional performance and strive to ensure fair compensation across all roles and departments within the company. Benefits: Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet Apply To This Job