Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist

What Your Impact Is

• Drive high-quality analytical and technical support for ERM’s energy clients
• Contribute to permitting and environmental impact assessments for major energy projects
• Collaborate with a global team committed to environmental stewardship and innovation

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Ability to conduct desktop and online research on natural resources and planning topics
• Familiarity with GIS tools and map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, USGS, aerial photography)
• Field-readiness in varying weather conditions; ability to navigate using GPS and maps
• Excellent technical writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area
• Up to 40% travel
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Attributes of a strong consultant: team player, self-starter, eager to learn, service-oriented
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Preferred:

• Experience with FERC processes and regulations
• Knowledge of natural resource management and regulatory agencies (e.g., USACE, FERC)
• Field or consulting experience, including active construction sites
• Familiarity with field survey techniques and ArcGIS software

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare permit applications for federal, state, and local environmental authorities
• Evaluate regulatory requirements and maintain records and survey reports
• Assist in developing technical project documents, including data tables, spreadsheets, and engineering calculations
• Support project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders—providing clear recommendations and guidance

Why ERM?

At ERM, you’ll be part of a global leader in sustainability, working alongside experts who are passionate about solving complex environmental challenges. You’ll gain exposure to impactful projects, grow your technical and consulting skills, and contribute to shaping a more sustainable energy future—all within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainabilitychallengesand unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse,equitableand inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our companya great placeto build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class expertssupportsclients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technicalexpertisein addressing their environmental, health, safety,riskand social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advanceobjectiveson the ground or at the executive level.

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Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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