Consultant, Environmental Permitting, FERC Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +13 more states.

📋 Description

• Assist with environmental permitting and impact assessments for energy infrastructure projects subject to FERC regulations.

• Aid clients in understanding and adhering to environmental and regulatory standards throughout the course of project development.

• Contribute to technical analysis, documentation, and project reporting to inform business and regulatory decisions.

• Assess environmental conditions and analyze data in both field and office environments.

• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to provide consulting services.

• Review and evaluate regulatory requirements.

• Keep detailed records and maintain survey reports.

• Draft technical project documents, which encompass writing, word processing, tables, spreadsheets, data manipulation, hard copy documents, as well as calculations for air and erosion control engineering.

• Assist in developing project plans and timelines.

• Support project management reporting, including the preparation of monthly progress updates.

• Engage with clients to request project information, respond to regulatory inquiries, and offer recommendations.

• Provide support for field and desktop tasks related to impact assessments and permitting for natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and other energy-related projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work or internship experience.

• Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time.

• Proficient in using MS Office Suite software.

• Experience in conducting desktop and online research on topics related to natural resources or resource planning.

• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), map interpretation, National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey data, and aerial photography.

• Capability to operate effectively in varying weather conditions, both hot and cold.

• Proficient in navigating fieldwork using GPS, maps, and aerial imagery.

• Skill in preparing clear and accurate technical documents and reports.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to staff, clients, regulatory bodies, and project stakeholders.

• A firm commitment to safety and adherence to established Health & Safety protocols.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, demonstrate flexibility, and work independently with limited supervision.

• Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle.

• Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Proven consulting attributes such as initiative, adaptability, service orientation, teamwork, and a willingness to learn.

• Preferred: Experience with projects regulated by FERC.

• Preferred: Familiarity with natural resource management and regulatory agencies.

• Preferred: Field or consulting experience.

• Preferred: Comfort and familiarity with active construction sites.

• Preferred: Knowledge of field survey techniques.

• Preferred: Practical experience and proficiency with ArcGIS software.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment opportunity.

• Chance to engage in complex and impactful energy infrastructure projects.

• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience working in both field and office environments.

• Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity in the workplace.

• Work environment focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.