FERC Environmental Permitting Consultant

ERM; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to reality. Based anywhere in the United States, you will support permitting and regulatory processes for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, prepare technical documents, and navigate environmental and regulatory requirements to drive compliant, timely project delivery.

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 resources or resource planning topics; GIS; map interpretation (NWIs, USGS, aerial photos).
• Ability to work in the field in extreme weather.
• Ability to navigate in the field using GPS, maps, and aerial photographs.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concise technical documents and reports.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with staff, clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Strong safety commitment and following health & safety protocols.
• Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records and survey reports.
• Assist with preparation of technical project documents and calculations.
• Assist with development of project plans, schedules, and management reporting.
• Communicate with clients and provide regulatory recommendations.
• Support field and desktop assignments focused on impact assessment and permitting for energy projects.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Field work

GIS

GPS navigation

Technical report writing

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural science or engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to reality. Based anywhere in the United States, you will support permitting and regulatory processes for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, prepare technical documents, and navigate environmental and regulatory requirements to drive compliant, timely project delivery.