Impactful FERC Environmental Permitting Consultant

ERM; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist, to support regulatory permitting for energy infrastructure projects in the United States. The role involves environmental analyses, regulatory compliance, and preparation of technical documents across field and office settings.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments, travel up to 40%, and communicate findings to clients and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of applicable work or internship experience.
• Up to 40% travel.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience with desktop and online studies or research on natural resources or resource planning topics, GIS, map interpretation, and aerial photography.
• Ability to work in the field in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to navigate in the field with GPS, maps, and aerial photographs.
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills for staff, clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
• Ability to multitask, stay flexible, and work independently.
• Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records and survey reports.
• Assist with drafting technical project documents and reports.
• Assist with project plans, schedules, and management reporting.
• Communicate with clients and regulators, gathering information and providing recommendations.
• Support field and desktop assignments focused on impact assessment and permitting for energy projects.

Skills

MS Office

GIS

GPS

Report writing

Communication skills

Fieldwork

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural science or engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

ERM seeks a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist, to support regulatory permitting for energy infrastructure projects in the United States. The role involves environmental analyses, regulatory compliance, and preparation of technical documents across field and office settings.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments, travel up to 40%, and communicate findings to clients and regulatory agencies.