Senior Regulatory Consultant

ACS Professional Staffing; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% employer match

10 Floating Holidays

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Employee Ownership

Job summary

ACS Professional Staffing is seeking a Senior Regulatory Consultant in Anchorage, Alaska, focusing on renewable energy and environmental projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of regulatory consulting experience, particularly in federal and state processes.

This full-time hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000-125,000 depending on experience. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in environmental or regulatory consulting.
• In-depth knowledge of FERC, NEPA, and Clean Water Act processes.
• Experience managing large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support regulatory projects related to renewable energy and environmental initiatives.
• Lead project teams and oversee staff workloads.
• Provide guidance on federal and state regulatory processes.
• Serve as a primary client contact and maintain relationships.
• Prepare project scopes, budgets, and proposals.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff.

Skills

Regulatory consulting experience

Knowledge of Alaska-specific frameworks

Project management

Business development

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Our client, an engineering firm specializing in renewable energy, water, and environmental solutions, is seeking a Senior Regulatory Consultant to manage and support complex regulatory and science-focused projects. This role will lead project teams, provide strategic guidance on federal and state permitting processes (including FERC, NEPA, and Clean Water Act requirements), and serve as a key client contact. The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of regulatory consulting experience, strong knowledge of Alaska-specific frameworks, and a proven ability to manage large projects, mentor staff, and support business development. This is a hybrid, full-time position based in Anchorage, Alaska.

Pay range: $100,000-125,000 DOE

• 401(k) with 4% employer match and 100% immediate vesting
• 10 Floating Holidays
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Ownership

Responsibilities

• Manage and support regulatory and science-focused projects related to renewable energy, water, and environmental initiatives
• Lead and coordinate project teams while overseeing staff workloads across multiple concurrent projects
• Provide strategic guidance on state and federal regulatory processes, including FERC, NEPA, Clean Water Act Section 401, and USACE Section 404 permitting
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, senior leaders, and stakeholders to deliver practical solutions to complex regulatory challenges
• Oversee project deliverables, schedules, and quality while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and project outcomes
• Prepare and manage project scopes, budgets, proposals, and marketing materials
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and support new client and business development efforts
• Mentor and provide peer guidance to junior- and mid-level staff
• Participate in presentations, regulatory meetings, and stakeholder engagement efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Ecology, Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in environmental or regulatory consulting
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulatory processes, including FERC licensing, NEPA, Clean Water Act Section 401, and USACE Section 404
• Strong understanding of Alaska-specific regulatory frameworks and stakeholder groups (preferred)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including presentation, writing, and editing capabilities
• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex projects and working directly with senior leaders and clients
• Proven ability to develop client relationships, support marketing and proposal efforts, and secure repeat work
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States
• Willingness to travel and possession of a valid driver’s license

Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.

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