Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist

Shape the Future of Energy Infrastructure—Where Compliance Meets Impact

Join ERM as a Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist, based anywhere in the United States, and play a critical role at the intersection of energy development and environmental stewardship. This position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile energy projects—ranging from natural gas pipelines and LNG terminals to renewables and transmission lines—where your expertise will help ensure projects move forward responsibly, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance. If you're looking to grow your career while contributing to projects that truly matter, this is your opportunity.

Why This Role Matters

Energy projects are transforming how the world generates and delivers power—and every successful project begins with strong, compliant permitting. In this role, you will help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring environmental standards are met while supporting critical infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. Your work will directly influence project success and environmental outcomes.

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.

For theConsultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist position, theanticipatedannual base pay is$70,500 – $97,429 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees arenot bonuseligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms ofadditionalcompensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Acceptingapplications on an ongoing basis.

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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