Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist

ERM; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Other applicable benefits

Job summary

ERM is seeking an Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist in the United States to lead permit applications for energy infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. You’ll evaluate regulatory needs, prepare technical documents, and interact with regulatory agencies and clients to guide projects to successful outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering discipline and 3+ years of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering discipline required
• 3+ years of relevant experience in environmental permitting or regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Ability to conduct desktop research and interpret GIS maps (National Wetland Inventory, USGS, aerial photography)
• Field readiness: capable of working in varied weather conditions and navigating with GPS/maps
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 40%
• Proven ability to work independently, multitask, and maintain flexibility

Responsibilities

• Prepare permit applications for energy and industrial projects in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Evaluate regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records and survey reports
• Develop technical project documents, including data tables, spreadsheets, and engineering calculations
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders, providing clear recommendations and guidance
• Uphold ERM’s commitment to safety and sustainability in all project activities

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

GIS analysis

Desktop research

Technical writing

GPS/maps

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

GIS mapping

MS Office

Job description

Ready to make an impact? Join ERM and help shape the future of energy infrastructure while advancing your career with a global sustainability leader.

Why This Role Matters

Energy infrastructure is evolving rapidly, and the need for sustainable, compliant solutions has never been greater. As an Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist at ERM, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy projects—from natural gas pipelines to renewable energy developments. This is your opportunity to join a global leader in sustainability consulting and make a tangible impact on projects that power communities and protect the environment.

What Your Impact Is

You’ll be the go-to expert for environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, ensuring projects meet federal, state, and local requirements. Your work will directly influence the success of major energy initiatives, helping clients navigate complex regulations while advancing cleaner, more efficient energy solutions.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering discipline
• 3+ years of relevant experience in environmental permitting or regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Ability to conduct desktop research and interpret GIS maps (National Wetland Inventory, USGS, aerial photography)
• Field readiness: capable of working in varied weather conditions and navigating with GPS/maps
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 40%
• Proven ability to work independently, multitask, and maintain flexibility

Preferred

• Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) processes
• Familiarity with natural resource management and regulatory agencies (e.g., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers)
• Consulting or field experience, including active construction sites
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS software and field survey techniques

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare permit applications for energy and industrial projects in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Evaluate regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records and survey reports
• Develop technical project documents, including data tables, spreadsheets, and engineering calculations
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders, providing clear recommendations and guidance
• Uphold ERM’s commitment to safety and sustainability in all project activities

For the Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $69,386–$102,301 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

• paid time off
• parental leave
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
• and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note

Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!