Senior Energy Projects Lead & Permitting Advisor

Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc. in; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is seeking a Managing Consultant, Project Manager for the Gulf Coast region (Louisiana) to guide complex energy projects from concept to delivery. This client-facing role focuses on permitting, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory services across oil & gas, LNG, power, renewables and energy transition sectors.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, schedules, and risk, and contribute to business growth while supporting sustainable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years in consulting or energy sector experience.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with multi-media permitting and regulatory processes.
• Understanding of energy regulatory environment and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, multidisciplinary, global projects in energy sector.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Provide permitting and environmental impact assessment guidance.
• Act as trusted advisor to clients through project lifecycles.
• Support business development and cross-selling of services.
• Mentor team members and foster collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client advisory

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is seeking a Managing Consultant, Project Manager for the Gulf Coast region (Louisiana) to guide complex energy projects from concept to delivery. This client-facing role focuses on permitting, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory services across oil & gas, LNG, power, renewables and energy transition sectors.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, schedules, and risk, and contribute to business growth while supporting sustainable