Remote FERC Regulatory Lead — Environmental Permitting

ERM; Holland (MI); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to join our team in the United States. You will lead permitting strategies for natural gas pipelines and LNG projects, guide complex capital developments, and influence regulatory outcomes with federal and state agencies.

You will serve as a subject matter expert on FERC filings, prepare technical reports, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help win proposals while advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources field. Or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years (5-10 years preferred) of experience in permitting FERC-regulated capital development projects.
• Proven ability to research and prepare accurate technical documents and present findings to clients and regulatory agencies.
• Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting for development projects.
• Ability to multi-task, travel frequently, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead author on FERC resource reports and impact assessment deliverables.
• Research, analyze, and compile data for permit applications and regulatory reports.
• Act as a subject matter expert on large-scale projects, managing scope, planning, and health & safety aspects.
• Support technical proposals and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Engage with regulatory agencies such as FERC, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, and others.
• Ensure quality control and compliance across all FERC-related applications and documentation.

Skills

FERC permitting experience

Regulatory strategy

Technical writing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental studies or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to join our team in the United States. You will lead permitting strategies for natural gas pipelines and LNG projects, guide complex capital developments, and influence regulatory outcomes with federal and state agencies.

You will serve as a subject matter expert on FERC filings, prepare technical reports, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help win proposals while advancing sustainable energy solutions.