Senior Technical Consultant - Energy Infrastructure Permitting

ERM; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM's Principal Technical Consultant, Scientist in the Mid-Atlantic region leads permitting and compliance for electric transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects, shaping the future of energy infrastructure with a global sustainability leader. You will manage complex regulatory frameworks, develop schedules and budgets, support client relationships, and collaborate with ERM experts on impact assessments and siting.

Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in consulting or industry, focused on power sector projects under federal and state regulatory frameworks (VA/Mid-Atlantic preferred).
• Permitting experience for transmission line projects in Virginia (required); West Virginia and Kentucky (preferred).
• Knowledge of Clean Water Act (Sections 401/404), Endangered Species Act (Section 7), National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106).
• Familiarity with USACE Norfolk District, VDEQ, VMRC permitting requirements.
• Strong technical writing, project management, and communication abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting tasks for capital development projects, including electric transmission lines and renewable energy initiatives.
• Prepare and submit permit applications to federal, state, and local authorities.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and progress reports.
• Participate in agency consultations, client meetings, and site visits (travel up to 20%).
• Collaborate with ERM experts on impact assessments, routing studies, and facility siting.
• Drive business development by leveraging client relationships and delivering exceptional technical solutions.

Skills

Regulatory permitting

Power sector experience

Project management

Technical writing

Client relations

Communication

Education

Env Sci degree

Job description

ERM's Principal Technical Consultant, Scientist in the Mid-Atlantic region leads permitting and compliance for electric transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects, shaping the future of energy infrastructure with a global sustainability leader. You will manage complex regulatory frameworks, develop schedules and budgets, support client relationships, and collaborate with ERM experts on impact assessments and siting.

Travel up to 20% is expected.