Senior Manager, Environmental Planning & Permitting

Who We Are

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

About The Role

TransAlta has an opportunity for a Senior Manager, Environmental Planning & Permitting to lead our environmental planning and permitting efforts across our portfolio of renewable and gas-fired development projects. This position reports to the VP of Growth, based in our Calgary downtown office on a hybrid work schedule. Candidates residing in Denver or San Diego would also be a considered.

This role will manage a team of two Environmental Planners and work within a development matrix organization alongside key expert hubs such as Stakeholder and Governmental Relations, Regulatory Affairs, Transmission and Interconnection, Resource and GIS, and Engineering.

The successful candidate will bring deep experience in North American permitting processes, particularly in the western United States and Alberta, Canada, ideally with experience across multiple jurisdictions and technologies, as well as a demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary permitting strategies for large-scale energy projects. This role requires expertise in environmental regulations, permitting, due diligence, and stakeholder engagement to support TransAlta’s growth and operational excellence.

What You Will Do

What We Need From You

What We Offer

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Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.