Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist

ERM•Duluth, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is hiring a Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist to support energy infrastructure projects regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The role may be based anywhere in the United States and involves projects such as natural gas pipelines, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminals, and other major energy developments. The consultant will help clients navigate environmental permitting and compliance, contribute analyses and documentation for regulatory and business decisions, and work with multidisciplinary project teams in both field and office settings. The position supports environmental impact assessment and permitting through regulatory research, technical documentation, data analysis, field work, and project reporting. It requires travel of up to 40%, field work in hot and cold weather, and a valid driver’s license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of applicable work and/or internship experience.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 40%.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on natural resource or resource-planning topics.
Knowledge of GIS, map interpretation, National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey resources, and aerial photography.
Ability to work in the field in cold and hot weather conditions.
Ability to navigate in the field using GPS, maps, and aerial photographs.
Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
Strong commitment to safety and following established Health & Safety protocols.
Ability to multitask, remain flexible, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Valid driver’s license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle, due to frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area.
Team player with eagerness to learn and grow, initiative, versatility, and a service-oriented mentality.
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with projects regulated by FERC.
Experience working with or knowledge of natural resource management and regulatory agencies, such as FERC and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Field or consulting experience.
Comfort and familiarity with active construction sites.
Familiarity with field survey techniques.
Applied and working knowledge of ArcGIS software.

Responsibilities

Evaluate regulatory requirements.
Maintain records and survey reports.
Assist with preparing technical project documents, including writing, word processing, tables and spreadsheets, data tabulation and manipulation, hard-copy documents, and air and erosion control engineering calculations commensurate with the candidate’s background.
Assist with developing project plans and schedules and support project management reporting, including monthly progress reports.
Communicate with clients by requesting project information, answering regulatory questions, and providing recommendations.
Support field- and desktop-based impact assessment and permitting assignments for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy projects.
Conduct environmental permitting and impact assessment support for energy infrastructure projects regulated by FERC.
Help clients understand and comply with environmental and regulatory requirements throughout project development.
Contribute technical analyses, documentation, and project reporting to support business and regulatory decisions.
Work across field and office settings to evaluate environmental conditions, analyze data, and support project execution.
Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to deliver consulting services.