FERC Permitting Director, Energy Infrastructure

ERM; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC to lead environmental permitting strategies for major natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and renewables projects across the United States. This role combines regulatory expertise with client engagement, project leadership, and business development.

You will guide interdisciplinary teams, interact with federal and state agencies, and shape ERM’s industry leadership in FERC-regulated project development while driving regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of environmental impact assessment and permitting on FERC-regulated projects.
• Experience managing permitting of large natural gas and LNG projects including complex FERC applications.
• Working knowledge of federal/state permitting regulations and NEPA-related requirements.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships across large geographies.

Responsibilities

• Manage large, complex projects on time and within budget, including scope, budgeting and resourcing.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams supporting environmental impact assessments and regulatory permitting activities.
• Own client relationships and act as primary point of contact for major projects across the U.S.
• Develop technical proposals, identify new opportunities, and support business development.
• Engage with regulatory agencies and lead strategic meetings on environmental requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments to inform ERM’s growth objectives.
• Deliver high-quality project outcomes in fast-paced, diverse environments.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Client engagement

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Studies or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC to lead environmental permitting strategies for major natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and renewables projects across the United States. This role combines regulatory expertise with client engagement, project leadership, and business development.

You will guide interdisciplinary teams, interact with federal and state agencies, and shape ERM’s industry leadership in FERC-regulated project development while driving regulatory compliance and