Senior FERC Environmental Consultant (Remote-Eligible)

ERM; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to lead regulatory permitting efforts for natural gas pipelines and LNG facilities across the United States. You will guide clients through FERC processes, develop resource reports, and influence regulatory outcomes while balancing development with environmental stewardship.

The role requires 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of FERC permitting experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources field.
• 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of experience in permitting FERC-regulated capital development projects.
• Proven ability to research and prepare accurate technical documents and present findings to clients and regulatory agencies.
• Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting for development projects.
• Ability to multi-task, travel frequently, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Driver's License Required: valid license and willingness to travel to client locations.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead author on FERC resource reports and impact assessment deliverables.
• Research, analyze, and compile data for permit applications and regulatory reports.
• Act as a subject matter expert on large-scale projects, managing scope, planning, and health & safety aspects.
• Support technical proposals and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Engage with regulatory agencies such as FERC, USFWS, USACE, EPA, and others.
• Ensure quality control and compliance across all FERC-related applications and documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Research

Permitting experience

Multi-tasking

Travel flexibility

Education

Environmental studies

Environmental management

Wetland science

Planning

Geography

Equivalent experience

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to lead regulatory permitting efforts for natural gas pipelines and LNG facilities across the United States. You will guide clients through FERC processes, develop resource reports, and influence regulatory outcomes while balancing development with environmental stewardship.

The role requires 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of FERC permitting experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to travel