Senior FERC Permitting Lead — Pipelines (Hybrid)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 203,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

PPTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks an Environmental Permitting Principal Project Manager to lead FERC-regulated pipeline permitting and regulatory strategy from Houston, TX. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams across the full lifecycle—from routing to construction compliance—and mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes NEPA/ESA/CWA compliance, FEED studies for pipelines, and client relationship expansion. Strong writing, communication, and project-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience managing environmental permitting for FERC-regulated natural gas projects.
• Proven expertise in FERC Section 7(b) and 7(c) filings and NEPA documentation.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, scopes, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental permitting for FERC-regulated natural gas projects.
• Develop permitting strategies with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Manage multiple projects with focus on quality and client satisfaction.
• Represent Jacobs in client meetings and regulatory hearings.
• Mentor junior staff and build a high-performing team.
• Drive business development by identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Biology, or related field

Graduate degree in Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, or related discipline

PMP

CEP

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks an Environmental Permitting Principal Project Manager to lead FERC-regulated pipeline permitting and regulatory strategy from Houston, TX. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams across the full lifecycle—from routing to construction compliance—and mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes NEPA/ESA/CWA compliance, FEED studies for pipelines, and client relationship expansion. Strong writing, communication, and project-management skills are essential.