Senior Environmental Permitting Consultant, FERC Generalist

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. in; 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

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Other applicable benefits to eligible

Employer matching contributions

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist to join our energy infrastructure practice. You will lead environmental permitting efforts for gas pipelines and renewable projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Based anywhere in the United States, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct regulatory analysis, prepare permit documents, and support client advisory in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Field readiness to work in varied weather conditions and travel up to 40%.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Prepare permit applications for energy and industrial projects in compliance with 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.
• Uphold ERM's commitment to safety and sustainability in all project activities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Desktop research

GIS interpretation

Technical writing

Communication skills

MS Office

Field readiness

GPS/maps navigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural science or engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist and FERC Generalist to join our energy infrastructure practice. You will lead environmental permitting efforts for gas pipelines and renewable projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Based anywhere in the United States, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct regulatory analysis, prepare permit documents, and support client advisory in a fast-paced consulting environment.