Energy Capital Projects Lead & Permitting Expert

ERM (Environmental Resources Management); Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist (Project Manager) to lead transformative energy projects across North America from the Gulf Coast region (Texas). Based in a hybrid setup, you will guide capital development, permitting, and regulatory strategy while mentoring teams and delivering value to clients in oil & gas, LNG, power, renewables, and energy transition sectors.

You will work with ERM's Capital Project Delivery Team to manage scope, schedules, budgets, and risks, supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in either a consulting environment or working substantially within the energy sector.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Experience managing projects with multidisciplinary teams and balancing multiple priorities, workstreams, and deadlines.
• Experience managing and performing multi-media permitting associated with capital development projects.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal permitting requirements and regulatory processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of the energy regulatory environment, key regulatory agencies, and current and emerging issues.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, presentation, and client communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work products.
• Ability to work independently while leading project teams and driving project execution.
• Experience supporting commercial success through identifying client opportunities, proposal development, and cross-selling multidisciplinary services.
• Experience with line management and/or contributing to the professional development of team members.
• Enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, and a desire to work within a growing team.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Support and help manage large, complex, multidisciplinary, and global projects.
• Demonstrate strong project management leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including project scoping, budget management, scheduling, and delivery oversight.
• Manage and perform multi-media permitting associated with capital development projects, with an emphasis on local, state, and federal permitting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations administered by agencies such as: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).
• Provide technical, subject matter, and project management expertise related to: Permitting strategies, Due diligence reviews, Environmental critical issues assessments, Impact assessment deliverables, Quality control reviews.
• Apply strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex project challenges.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality technical reports, presentations, and client communications.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and business partners.
• Contribute to proposal development, project pursuits, and broader business development initiatives.
• Collaborate across ERM's regional and national teams, including the Low Carbon Energy Transition (LCET) practice, to identify opportunities and deliver integrated client solutions.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory permitting

Environmental impact

Client advisory

Multidisciplinary teams

NEPA/EA experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist (Project Manager) to lead transformative energy projects across North America from the Gulf Coast region (Texas). Based in a hybrid setup, you will guide capital development, permitting, and regulatory strategy while mentoring teams and delivering value to clients in oil & gas, LNG, power, renewables, and energy transition sectors.

You will work with ERM's Capital Project Delivery Team to manage scope, schedules, budgets, and risks, supporting