FERC Environmental Permitting Consultant

ERM; Novi (MI); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to reality across the United States. You will support environmental permitting, impact assessments, and regulatory compliance for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other major energy developments.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, perform field and desktop analyses, and prepare technical documents and reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of applicable work and/or internship experience.
• Up to 40% travel.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on natural resource topics; GIS, map interpretation (NWIs, USGS, aerial photography).
• Ability to work in the field in various weather conditions.
• Ability to navigate in the field using GPS, maps, and aerial photos.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills for staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Driver’s License required; travel to client locations across a large geographic area.
• Demonstrated attributes to be a strong consultant (team player, self-starter, versatile).
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records and survey reports.
• Assist with preparation of technical project documents, tables, spreadsheets, and air/erosion control calculations.
• Assist with project plans, schedules, and monthly progress reports.
• Communicate with clients and provide regulatory recommendations.
• Support field and desktop assignments focused on impact assessment and permitting for gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and energy projects.

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to reality across the United States. You will support environmental permitting, impact assessments, and regulatory compliance for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other major energy developments.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, perform field and desktop analyses, and prepare technical documents and reports.