Senior FERC Permitting & Regulatory Lead

ERM; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to lead regulatory permitting efforts for major energy projects in the U.S. You will develop FERC resource reports, guide permitting strategies, and act as a trusted advisor on complex pipelines and LNG facilities.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of FERC-regulated project experience, strong technical writing, and ability to collaborate with federal and state agencies while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in environmental field or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of permitting FERC-regulated projects.
• Strong writing, verbal communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting.

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

Regulatory expertise

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Studies

Tools

GIS proficiency

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist to lead regulatory permitting efforts for major energy projects in the U.S. You will develop FERC resource reports, guide permitting strategies, and act as a trusted advisor on complex pipelines and LNG facilities.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6 years (5–10 preferred) of FERC-regulated project experience, strong technical writing, and ability to collaborate with federal and state agencies while traveling as needed.