Energy Permitting & Regulatory Strategy Director

ERM; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC to lead permitting strategies for natural gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, renewables, and carbon sequestration projects across the United States. You will guide complex regulatory work, manage multidisciplinary teams, and deliver regulatory-compliant environmental solutions that align with client goals.

In this client-facing role you’ll build relationships, drive business development, engage with agencies such as FERC and EPA, and shape

Qualifications

• 8+ years of environmental impact assessment and natural resources permitting experience on FERC-regulated projects, including consulting for private-sector clients.
• Experience managing permitting of large natural gas and LNG projects, including oversight of complex FERC applications.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting processes and key environmental regulations.
• Strong ability to research and prepare concise, accurate technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects, single-site or multi-site, on time and within budget, including scope management, budgeting, resourcing, planning, coordination of field and technical activities, and safety/risk considerations.
• Serve as primary client point of contact and lead interdisciplinary teams supporting environmental impact assessments and regulatory permitting activities.
• Oversee major natural gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon sequestration projects across the United States.
• Develop technical proposals, identify new project opportunities, generate qualified leads, and support business development.
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships to support repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Engage with regulatory agencies to address environmental, regulatory, and legislative requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Regulatory knowledge

Project leadership

Client engagement

Team management

Education

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

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC to lead permitting strategies for natural gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, renewables, and carbon sequestration projects across the United States. You will guide complex regulatory work, manage multidisciplinary teams, and deliver regulatory-compliant environmental solutions that align with client goals.

In this client-facing role you’ll build relationships, drive business development, engage with agencies such as FERC and EPA, and shape