FERC Environmental Permitting Consultant

ERM; Raleigh (NC); 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 tackle complex permitting and regulatory challenges for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support clients through environmental analyses, and contribute to documentation and reporting that drive regulatory success and sustainable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering field or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of applicable work and/or internship experience required.
• Up to 40% travel required.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience with desktop and online studies on natural resources and GIS.
• Ability to work in the field in various weather conditions.
• Ability to navigate in the field using GPS and maps.
• Ability to prepare concise, accurate technical documents and reports.
• Excellent interpersonal communication with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to safety and following health & safety protocols.
• Able to multitask, stay flexible, and work independently.
• Valid driver's license required; travel to client sites across a large area.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory requirements for projects under FERC oversight.
• Maintain records and survey reports.
• Assist with technical project documents, tables, spreadsheets, and data; perform air and erosion control calculations as needed.
• Support development of project plans, schedules, and monthly progress reports.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information and provide regulatory recommendations.
• Support field and desktop assignments focused on impact assessment and permitting for gas pipelines and LNG terminals.

Skills

Regulatory permitting

Environmental permitting

MS Office

GIS

Field work

Technical writing

Communication

GPS navigation

Safety consciousness

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 tackle complex permitting and regulatory challenges for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support clients through environmental analyses, and contribute to documentation and reporting that drive regulatory success and sustainable outcomes.