Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist (Senior Level) at Environmental Resources Management Southwest Inc in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

ERM is hiring a Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist. This role can be based anywhere in the United States. YOU WILL NEED FERC EXPERIENCE TO APPLY TO THIS ROLE. The ideal candidate will have a background in one of the natural sciences and experience in planning and coordinating Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) application filings for natural gas Projects. It is preferred and desired that the candidate has experience developing documents and permitting strategies for FERC. The successful candidate will offer at least 8 years of relevant experience, including experience with complex capital development projects, such as natural gas pipeline systems and liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience with environmental siting and impact assessments under NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) for energy infrastructure projects, obtaining federal and state permits, plus strong technical writing, and communication skills.  This opportunity is for a mid-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader, and to make a significant impact in successfully implementing ERM's global strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as lead author on FERC resource reports.


• Research, analyze and compile data for permit applications and reports to various regulatory agencies.


• Act as a subject matter expert on large and complex projects, including elements such as scope and delivery requirements, planning, coordinating field and other technical work, and managing health, safety and risk aspects.


• Serve as a team member on multiple projects concurrently, including major natural gas and LNG capital development projects throughout the United States.


• Support technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients. 


• Engage with key regulatory agencies, including but not limited to the FERC, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Marine Fisheries Service, Environmental Protection Agency, Federal land management agencies, and State Historic Preservation Offices.


• Contribute technical or subject matter expertise on FERC applications, impact assessment deliverables, and overall quality control review.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources science field of study.


• At least 5 to 10 years of experience in permitting FERC-regulated capital development projects.


• Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents including presentation of findings to clients, stakeholders, and/or regulatory agencies.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports.


• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.


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


• Experience overseeing and coordinating desktop and online studies or research on natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, aerial photography).


• Demonstrated ability to establish a good rapport with project team members, excellent people skills, responsive, collaborative, versatile, effective in a fast-paced environment, and service-oriented.


• 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.

For the Managing Consultant, Environmental Regulatory FERC Specialist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $76,000 – $94,860 (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 https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ 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.

Who We Are:

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.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!