Senior Environmental Permitting Lead for Energy Projects

ERM; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Scientist (Environmental Permitting) to lead permitting strategies for major energy and infrastructure projects across the United States, with locations in Charleston, WV or Indianapolis, IN. You will mentor teams, manage client relationships, and collaborate with ERM's global network to advance low-carbon initiatives.

You will drive NEPA and permitting work, coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, and support business development in renewable energy,

Qualifications

• NEPA-type documents preparation for federal/state agencies.
• Experience with permitting for energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-media permitting and regulatory strategies for energy and technology infrastructure.
• Provide NEPA project support for solar, natural gas, and renewable energy.
• Develop permitting documents and oversee quality control of deliverables.
• Support business development and client relationships for ERM's renewable energy projects.
• Collaborate with ERM's global technical community to share best practices.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedules.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Project management

NEPA documentation

Regulatory strategy

Stakeholder engagement

GIS

Technical writing

Client relationships

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies/related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Scientist (Environmental Permitting) to lead permitting strategies for major energy and infrastructure projects across the United States, with locations in Charleston, WV or Indianapolis, IN. You will mentor teams, manage client relationships, and collaborate with ERM's global network to advance low-carbon initiatives.

You will drive NEPA and permitting work, coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, and support business development in renewable energy,