Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist

ERM•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Consultant, Environmental Permitting FERC Specialist supports environmental permitting and impact assessment for energy infrastructure projects regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), including natural gas pipelines, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminals, and other major energy developments. The role helps clients navigate regulatory and compliance requirements throughout project development and contributes technical analyses, documentation, and reporting to inform project and regulatory decisions. The position includes both field and office work, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, and other stakeholders. Assignments may involve resource research, field surveys, regulatory evaluation, impact assessment, permitting, technical document preparation, and project coordination. The role is based anywhere in the United States and requires up to 40% travel, including frequent travel to client locations.

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.
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 and map interpretation, including National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, and aerial photography.
Ability to work in the field during cold and hot weather conditions.
Ability to navigate in the field using GPS, maps, and aerial photographs.
Ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including ability to communicate technical knowledge and concepts 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, given frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area.
Attributes suited to consulting, including teamwork, eagerness to learn and grow, initiative, versatility, and a service-oriented mentality.
This position is 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, building tables and spreadsheets, tabulating and manipulating data, producing hard-copy documents, and completing 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.
Support environmental permitting and impact assessment for energy infrastructure projects regulated by FERC.
Help clients understand and comply with environmental and regulatory requirements throughout project development.
Conduct technical analyses, documentation, and project reporting to support business and regulatory decisions.
Work in field and office settings to evaluate environmental conditions, analyze data, and support project execution.
Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to deliver consulting services.