Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist

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The role can be based anywhere in the United States. You will provide high‑quality analytical support to ERM clients while working closely with team members. Assignments mix field and desktop work focused on, but not limited to, impact assessment and permitting for new energy projects such as natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, renewables, and transmission lines.

• 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 writing, word processing, building tables and spreadsheets, tabulating and manipulating data, producing hard copy documents, and 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field of study; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of applicable work experience.
• Experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is a plus.
• Up to 40% travel.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information Systems, 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 Positioning System, maps and aerial photographs.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, comfortable and effective at communicating technical knowledge and concepts to staff, clients, regulatory agencies and project stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
• Ability to multi‑task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Driver’s License
  
  Required:
  
  valid license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle due to travel requirements.
• Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant – team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self‑starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service‑oriented mentality.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Experience with or knowledge of natural resource management agencies and regulatory agencies (e.g., FERC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers).
• 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 Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist position, the annual base pay is expected to be $74,000 – $83,641 (USD). The actual pay within this range depends on relevant education, experience, qualifications, location, performance, shift, travel requirements and business needs. The position may also be eligible for bonus compensation, subject to company discretion.

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

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

Note:

No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned, vested and determinable. Bonus, commission or other compensation is at the Company’s discretion unless paid.

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