Director, Environmental FERC Strategy & Permitting

ERM; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC, to lead permitting strategies for major gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, and renewable energy projects across the United States. You will guide interdisciplinary teams, manage regulatory engagements, and shape strategic responses to evolving policy and market trends.

You will leverage deep regulatory expertise and client-facing acumen to drive project success, expand ERM’s leadership in FERC-regulated development, and mentor senior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related natural resources science field; or equivalent experience.
• Prior consulting experience is required.
• 8+ years (10+ years preferred) of environmental impact assessment and natural resources permitting experience on FERC-regulated projects, including consulting for private-sector clients.
• At least 5 years of experience managing the permitting of large natural gas and LNG projects, including oversight of complex FERC applications.
• Working knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Endangered Species Act.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting.
• Strong MS Office knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex technical information.
• Willingness to travel due to client site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects with scope management, budgeting, resourcing, planning, and health, safety, and risk considerations.
• Serve as primary client point of contact and lead interdisciplinary teams supporting environmental impact assessments and regulatory permitting activities.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently across natural gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon sequestration facilities.
• Develop technical proposals, identify new opportunities, generate qualified leads, and support business development.
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships to support repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Lead strategic meetings with regulatory agencies to address environmental, regulatory, and legislative requirements.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Client engagement

Leadership

Environmental permitting

Regulatory policy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related natural resources science field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC, to lead permitting strategies for major gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, and renewable energy projects across the United States. You will guide interdisciplinary teams, manage regulatory engagements, and shape strategic responses to evolving policy and market trends.

You will leverage deep regulatory expertise and client-facing acumen to drive project success, expand ERM’s leadership in FERC-regulated development, and mentor senior staff