Senior Environmental FERC Strategy Director

ERM; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC, to lead environmental permitting strategies for major gas, LNG, hydrogen, and renewable projects across the United States. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, engage regulatory agencies, and help grow ERM’s energy practice with a strategic, client-focused approach.

You will manage complex scopes, develop proposals, and lead industry conversations on policy and regulatory developments while maintaining high standards of technical excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Prior consulting experience required.
• 8+ years of environmental impact assessment on FERC projects (10+ preferred).
• At least 5 years managing permitting of large natural gas/LNG projects.
• Working knowledge of NEPA and key environmental regulations.
• Strong MS Office skills and technical writing ability.
• Travel willingness with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental impact assessments and permitting activities for FERC-regulated projects.
• Manage large, multi-site projects across the United States, on time and within budget.
• Develop technical proposals and pursue new business opportunities.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies including FERC, EPA, USACE, and others.
• Mentor multidisciplinary project teams and ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Client management

Project leadership

Regulatory policy

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ERM seeks a Consulting Director, Environmental FERC, to lead environmental permitting strategies for major gas, LNG, hydrogen, and renewable projects across the United States. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, engage regulatory agencies, and help grow ERM’s energy practice with a strategic, client-focused approach.

You will manage complex scopes, develop proposals, and lead industry conversations on policy and regulatory developments while maintaining high standards of technical excellence