Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the creation of FERC resource reports and develop permitting strategies for natural gas pipelines and LNG facilities.

• Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on intricate, multi-million-dollar projects.

• Collaborate with key federal and state agencies, as well as stakeholders, to shape regulatory outcomes.

• Assist clients in reaching their sustainability objectives while adhering to regulatory standards.

• Take the lead in authoring FERC resource reports and impact assessment deliverables.

• Conduct research, analyze, and compile data for permit applications and regulatory reports.

• Oversee scope, planning, and health and safety considerations for large-scale projects.

• Aid in technical proposals and play a role in business development efforts.

• Interact with FERC, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, and other regulatory entities.

• Ensure quality control and compliance for all FERC-related applications and documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.

• 4–6 years of experience in obtaining permits for FERC-regulated capital development projects.

• Demonstrated ability to research and prepare precise technical documents and present findings to clients and regulatory bodies.

• Strong skills in technical writing, verbal communication, and analytical thinking.

• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting related to development projects.

• Capability to handle multiple tasks, travel regularly, and work autonomously with minimal oversight.

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

• Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Background in natural sciences with expertise in FERC application submissions for natural gas projects.

• Experience in formulating permitting strategies and documentation for FERC.

• Familiarity with NEPA environmental siting and impact assessments concerning energy infrastructure projects.

• Proficiency in GIS and the ability to interpret maps (National Wetland Inventory, USGS, aerial photography).

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to work from any location within the United States.

• Equal Employment Opportunity workplace.

• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.