Consulting Director – Environmental FERC

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the permitting and development processes for natural gas transmission, LNG, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon sequestration initiatives throughout the United States

• Provide guidance to clients on environmental permitting, compliance matters, and regulatory policies

• Cultivate client relationships and discover new business prospects

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering technical and regulatory solutions

• Represent ERM in industry working groups while keeping abreast of policy and market changes

• Manage large-scale, intricate single-site and multi-site projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints

• Oversee scope, delivery requirements, budgeting, resource allocation, planning, field and technical activities, as well as health, safety, and risk factors

• Act as the primary client liaison for environmental impact assessments and regulatory permitting processes

• Guide baseline studies, facility siting and routing analyses, land use planning, mitigation strategies, and environmental compliance services

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously across the United States

• Create technical proposals, generate qualified leads, and assist in business development efforts

• Facilitate strategic discussions with regulatory agencies concerning environmental and legislative mandates

• Collaborate with FERC, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Marine Fisheries Service, EPA, federal land management agencies, and State Historic Preservation Offices

• Offer technical, subject matter, and project management insights for critical issue assessments, impact analyses, permitting strategies, and quality assurance evaluations

• Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory advancements to counsel clients and support ERM's strategic expansion

• Exhibit initiative, analytical thinking, and creativity in research, problem-solving, and technical presentations

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• Previous consulting experience is essential

• Over 8 years of experience in environmental impact assessments and natural resources permitting on FERC-regulated projects, including consulting for private-sector clients

• At least 5 years of experience managing the permitting processes for large natural gas and LNG projects, including supervision of complex FERC applications

• Familiarity with NEPA, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act

• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting procedures

• Proficient in MS Office Suite software

• Proven ability to research and produce concise and accurate technical documents

• Strong attention to detail

• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively as a part of a project team

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

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

• Preferred: experience with industry working groups, regulatory initiatives, or energy infrastructure policy discussions

• Preferred: background in supporting hydrogen, renewable energy, or carbon sequestration projects

• Preferred: success in business development and fostering long-term client relationships

• Preferred: experience leading large, geographically diverse, multidisciplinary project teams

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment

• Opportunity to develop a career at a global sustainability consultancy