Manager, Permitting
InvenergyChicago, IL
Full Time
Posted August 6, 2026
$118k - $155k
Renewable Energy Development
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
As a Manager, Permitting you will be responsible for leading permitting and regulatory compliance tasks for utility-scale energy projects including wind, solar, storage, natural gas, and transmission .
Key Responsibilities
- Compile, review, and organize permit requirements in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Evaluate project risks and execute strategy to obtain primary development permits.
- Draft, review, and organize high-quality and resilient permit applications and supporting documentation including agency data request responses, testimony, briefs, and regulatory compliance filings.
- Coordinate internal and external technical support from development, legal, engineering, environmental, and construction teams.
- Manage schedules and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Interface with government agencies to establish positive relationships and effectively communicate project objectives, details, and benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 7 years of work experience in energy industry or relevant experience.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Juris Doctor, Master of Science, or similar graduate-level degree. Experience with permitting, project management, and technical/legal writing.
- Ability to quickly develop multidisciplinary expertise and act decisively in a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Must be self-directed and detail-oriented, with the ability and desire to effectively lead.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and GIS applications.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Experience leading a team.
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