US-wide Regulatory Permitting Consultant - FERC Specialist

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to regulatory approval. This position is location-flexible across the United States and involves permitting strategy, data analysis, and client collaboration.

You will work on pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments, applying regulatory expertise, GIS insights, and rigorous environmental documentation to support project success while balancing safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of applicable work and/or internship experience.
• Up to 40% travel.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and ability to prepare concise technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory requirements for energy projects.
• Maintain records and survey reports.
• Assist with the preparation of technical project documents and data tables.
• Assist with project plans, schedules, and progress reporting.
• Communicate with clients and regulatory agencies with recommendations.
• Support field and desktop-based permitting work for natural gas pipelines and LNG terminals.

Skills

GIS

MS Office

Technical writing

Field work

Communication

Regulatory analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural science or engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to help energy projects move from concept to regulatory approval. This position is location-flexible across the United States and involves permitting strategy, data analysis, and client collaboration.

You will work on pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy developments, applying regulatory expertise, GIS insights, and rigorous environmental documentation to support project success while balancing safety and compliance.