Senior Permitting & Impact Lead – Energy Projects (Gulf)

Seeds Renewables; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor to shape the future of energy infrastructure across the Gulf region. You will guide siting, permitting, and impact assessments for traditional and renewable projects, delivering regulatory-compliant results while growing client relationships.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, drive business development, and mentor staff as ERM strengthens its leadership in sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of consulting or energy sector experience (10+ preferred).
• Proven success in project management and client relationship development.
• Expertise in local, state, and federal permitting (e.g., USACE, FERC, BOEM, USFWS).
• Strong communication skills—technical and commercial.
• Business acumen and a track record of delivering annual sales.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting and impact assessment for capital energy projects (traditional and renewable).
• Lead multi-media permitting for capital projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations—including oversight from agencies like the USACE, USFWS, FERC, and BOEM.
• Serve as Project Manager on complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships.
• Collaborate with ERM’s leadership and account teams to drive commercial growth.
• Contribute to go-to-market strategies and business development efforts.
• Deliver high-quality technical work and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support team development and contribute to ERM’s inclusive, high-performance culture.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client relationship development

Project management

Communication skills

Business acumen

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science/Engineering or related field

Job description

ERM seeks a Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor to shape the future of energy infrastructure across the Gulf region. You will guide siting, permitting, and impact assessments for traditional and renewable projects, delivering regulatory-compliant results while growing client relationships.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, drive business development, and mentor staff as ERM strengthens its leadership in sustainable energy solutions.