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About the Role

Lead permitting and compliance efforts for Natural Gas Act-regulated projects across the United States. Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, guiding projects from early planning and development through construction and operations. Represent ERM in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and professional engagements that shape industry best practices. Strengthen ERM’s market leadership in natural gas pipeline, LNG, and gas storage development. Drive business growth through client relationship development, strategic positioning, and innovative project delivery. Provide leadership and mentorship to multidisciplinary project teams while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Manage large, multi-faceted projects, ensuring scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations are achieved.
Serve as the primary client contact and lead interdisciplinary teams through environmental permitting, compliance, and regulatory approval processes.
Direct preparation and management of FERC applications and coordinate project activities with federal, state, and local agencies.
Provide strategic guidance on environmental planning, permitting pathways, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Develop technical proposals, identify new business opportunities, and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
Oversee quality assurance and quality control for technical reports, environmental analyses, and permit application packages.
Coordinate with internal technical specialists and external stakeholders to support efficient project execution and successful client outcomes.
Monitor project performance, manage risks, and develop solutions to keep projects progressing effectively.
Contribute to ERM’s growth strategy by supporting thought leadership, industry engagement, and market development initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Planning, Engineering, Geology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Prior consulting experience and demonstrated expertise managing FERC-regulated projects.
6+ years (10+ years preferred) of experience in environmental impact assessment and permitting for FERC-regulated projects.
At least 5 years of experience managing large-scale natural gas and LNG permitting projects.
Strong knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and key natural resource regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-site projects while achieving scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage clients, regulators, agencies, stakeholders, and project teams.
Demonstrated initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities to develop innovative approaches, resolve issues, and drive successful project outcomes.
Valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel to client locations.
Established relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
Experience supporting business development, proposal preparation, and client account growth.
Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations and project phases.
Experience supporting major capital infrastructure projects within the natural gas, LNG, and energy sectors.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessment
Permitting
FERC Project Management
NEPA
Clean Water Act
Rivers and Harbors Act
National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
Endangered Species Act (ESA)
Client Relationship Management
Business Development
Proposal Preparation
Team Leadership
Strategic Planning
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Problem-Solving
Communication Skills

Location

Flexible U.S. location

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Principal Consultant
6+ years
10+ years preferred
5+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Planning, Engineering, Geology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.