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Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist (Mid-Level)

ERM
Minneapolis, Minnesota
$65.1K-$78.3K a year
Full-time

ERM is seeking a self-starting Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist to join our consulting firm. This role can be based anywhere in the United States .

As part of our team, you will provide high-quality analytical support to ERM clients while working closely with other team members.

Assignments will be a mix of field and desktop work focused on but not limited to, impact assessment and permitting for new energy projects (e.

g., natural gas pipelines, Liquified Natural Gas terminals, renewables, transmission lines, etc.). This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to advance their career with a global sustainability leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Prepare permit applications where required by federal, state or local environmental regulatory authorities for energy / industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance, or decommissioning.
  • Evaluate regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain records and survey reports.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical project documents, including, but not limited to : writing, word processing, building tables and spreadsheets, tabulating and manipulating data, producing hard copy documents, completing air and erosion control engineering calculations commensurate with the candidate’s background.
  • Assist with the development of project plans and schedules; and assist with the development of project management reporting, such as monthly progress reports.
  • Communicate with clients, including requesting project information, answering regulatory questions, and providing recommendations.

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field of study;
  • 3+ years of applicable work and / or internship experience;
  • Experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is a plus
  • Up to 40% travel
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software;
  • Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.
  • S. Geological Survey, aerial photography);
  • Ability to work effectively in the field during cold and hot weather conditions;
  • Ability to navigate in the field using Global Position System, maps and aerial photographs;
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports;
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at communicating technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders;
  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols;
  • Ability to multi-task, maintains flexibility, and works independently with minimal supervision;
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record; and
  • Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Experience working with or knowledge of natural resource management agencies and regulatory agencies (e.g., Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, U.
  • S. Army Corps of Engineers, etc.);
  • Field or consulting experience;
  • Comfort and familiarity with active construction sites;
  • Familiarity with field survey techniques;
  • Applied and working knowledge of ArcGIS software.

For the Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist (Mid-Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $65,113 $78,278 (USD).

An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

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

You can apply for this role through or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.

The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to 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 experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and 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 advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

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