Environmental Permitting Specialist — Energy Projects & FERC

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) seeks an Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist to lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for energy projects across the United States.

The role requires a bachelor’s in a natural science or engineering field, 3+ years of permitting experience, and strong writing and GIS/desktop research skills. Travel up to 40% and a valid driver’s license are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in natural science or engineering.
• 3+ years in environmental permitting or regulatory compliance.
• Strong writing and communication skills; valid driver’s license; willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Prepare permit applications for energy and industrial projects in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Evaluate regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records and survey reports.
• Develop technical project documents, including data tables, spreadsheets, and engineering calculations.
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting.
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders, providing clear recommendations and guidance.
• Uphold ERM’s commitment to safety and sustainability in all project activities.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

GIS interpretation

Desktop research

Stakeholder communication

GPS navigation

Driver's license

Travel up to 40%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural science or engineering

Tools

MS Office

ArcGIS

Job description

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) seeks an Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist to lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for energy projects across the United States.

The role requires a bachelor’s in a natural science or engineering field, 3+ years of permitting experience, and strong writing and GIS/desktop research skills. Travel up to 40% and a valid driver’s license are expected.