Senior Manager- Environmental Compliance and Land Resources

Closing Date to Apply: August 26th 2026 @ 5 pm PST

Salary: $168147 - $296603 annually

Midpoint: $232376 annually

Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications experience skills internal alignment and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUDs benefit that may be available if hired different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program ()

First review of applications will occur on August 11th 2026; however applications received after this date may be considered if needed. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date consistent with District policy and applicable law.

Position Summary

The Senior Manager of Environmental Compliance and Land Resources leads the strategic oversight and execution of Grant PUDs property management land rights and environmental permitting and license compliance functions. This role is responsible for enabling the successful development and operation of utility infrastructure by managing land acquisition leasing rights-of-way and permitting across capital and operational projects. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders including regulatory agencies and tribal partners to support legally compliant and strategically aligned land-use outcomes. The position also directs geospatial data efforts to enhance planning and operational decision-making.

Essential Functions

Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and execute long-term property strategies that align with Grant PUDs organizational objectives capital investment plans and operational requirements. This includes identifying and securing strategic land acquisitions optimizing existing property assets and ensuring land use aligns with regulatory
  environmental and community considerations to support sustainable growth and infrastructure development.
• Direct the acquisition sale and leasing of property assets. Secure all necessary easements rights -of-way and regulatory clearances for construction and maintenance of Grant PUDs current and future generation transmission and distribution infrastructure.
• Manage and optimize the organizations real estate portfolio including site selection easement lease and purchase negotiations and execution of property transactions.
• Oversee the negotiation of contracts and leases ensuring adherence to Grant PUDs procurement laws and aligned with its strategic plan. Collaborate closely with legal finance and operations teams to facilitate seamless property transactions mitigate risk and ensure that all agreements support long term
  organizational goals and operational efficiency.
• Lead complex negotiations with private landowners government entities and third-party partners. Ensure all agreements adhere to procurement laws regulatory obligations and internal policies and objectives.
• Serve as a strategic liaison between real estate engineering construction and environmental teams across all phases of project development and execution. Facilitate cross-functional coordination to ensure land use planning permitting and property acquisition efforts are fully integrated with technical design construction timelines and environmental compliance requirements.
• Oversee Grant PUDs internal Natural and Cultural Resources Review Process (NCRRP) and partner closely with the Cultural Resources Department and the Wanapum People ensuring Grant PUD projects programs workflows and coordination activities are compliant with National Historic Preservation Act requirements and are also in alignment with Grant PUDs commitment to protect preserve and perpetuate cultural resources and traditional cultural
  practices.
• Ensure compliance with a broad range of environmental regulations and permitting regulations including SEPA NEPA ESA FERC Licensing 401 Water Quality Certifications and water quality standards. Provide strategic guidance on environmental risk management coordinate with regulatory agencies and support internal teams in integrating environmental considerations into project planning permitting and execution. Represent Grant PUD before regulatory bodies as needed.
• Direct GIS initiatives to support accurate land-use data and geospatial intelligence across all departmental programs.
• Mentor and manage a high-performing technical team. Guide departmental recruitment training and talent development with a focus on professionalism innovation and continuous improvement.
• Administer capital and O&M budgets. Align resources and process efficiencies to deliver value -driven real estate and permitting outcomes.
• In this position if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUDs mission vision values strategic plan and Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws regulations security guidelines Grant PUD policies & Procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any unsafe incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
• Be viewed as a safety champion by demonstrating through words and actions that safety is our paramount value by actively:
  • Supporting the presence of safety in your Operating Unit (e.g. include safety messages in business conversations; begin meetings as appropriate with a safety minute).
  • Acknowledging compliant safety behaviors and good safety performance from members of your team(s).
  • Ensuring that middle managers are actively supporting their teams in safety efforts such as continuous improvement teams Safety & Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) responsibilities hazard identification metric reporting and compliance etc.

Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)

• Bachelors Degree in Real Estate Business Finance Urban Planning or related discipline OR 2 additional years of
  relevant experience (see below) in lieu of degree.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in land-use planning real estate development or utility-based
  property management.
• Five (5) years people leading experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)

• Demonstrated success in complex negotiations involving landowners government agencies or tribal entities.
• Experience in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance especially in utility or infrastructure contexts.
• Familiarity with FERC licensing implementation or compliance programs.
• Knowledge of real estate appraisal and land valuation practices.
• Strong negotiation communication and interpersonal skills in multi-agency or public environments.

Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Deep knowledge of real estate and land rights management permitting regulations and land-use policy.
• Familiarity with federal state and local permitting frameworks including SEPA NEPA ESA and FERC.
• Understanding of utility operations and infrastructure development processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements contracts and procurement rules.
• Proficiency with GIS tools data integration and spatial analysis for land management.
• Strong leadership interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skilled in technical writing documentation and the use of standard business software (e.g. MS Office).

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: âYes âNo
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
• Typical shift of employees in this position: â8 hours â9 hours â10 hours â12 hours

*For a full list of requirements the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager