Logo
ERM

Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager

ERM, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

Save Job

Join to apply for the

Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager

role at

ERM

This position focuses on energy projects with responsibility for advancement of permitting and compliance associated with development of Natural Gas Act-regulated projects in the United States, including natural gas transmission and liquefied natural gas (LNG). The role requires prior consulting experience and FERC experience, and an understanding of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and related energy and environmental policy. This position can be based anywhere in the U.S.

The Principal Project Manager will work collaboratively with ERM teams/Partners to provide industry-leading service to a portfolio of clients; participate in industry working-groups related to potential or proposed policy changes or new initiatives; and stay aware of market conditions and industry trends. The successful candidate will engage in multiple clients’ development concurrently and be responsible for cultivating new business by identifying project opportunities and conducting client outreach.

Projects are often fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse. The successful candidate must be able to manage varying priorities to provide high-quality project deliverables completed on time and within budget. The candidate should demonstrate initiative, critical thinking, and creativity to generate ideas for research questions, work approaches, presentation of information, and issue resolution.

This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader and expand ERM’s team in the natural gas pipeline and LNG capital project delivery service line, with opportunities to also support ERM’s hydrogen, renewables, and carbon sequestration facility focus areas.

Responsibilities

Manage large and complex projects, either single or multi-site, on time and to budget including scope and delivery requirements, budgeting, resourcing, planning, coordinating field and other technical work, and managing health, safety, and risk aspects.

On a project basis, act as client point of contact, lead an inter-disciplinary team that will support environmental impact assessment and regulatory permitting (e.g., baseline studies, facility siting and routing studies, land use planning, mitigation), as well as environmental compliance services during construction, commissioning, start-up, and operations.

Manage multiple projects concurrently, including major natural gas and LNG capital development projects throughout the United States, as well as hydrogen, renewables, and carbon sequestration facility projects.

Generate technical proposals, identify new leads, and participate in business development with existing clients. Maintain client relationships to support repeat business.

Lead strategic meetings with regulatory agencies to address regulatory and/or legislative requirements such as state siting review applications/processes.

Engage with key regulatory agencies, including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 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, subject matter or project management expertise on environmental critical issues assessments, impact assessment deliverables, and overall quality control review.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related natural resources science field of study. Or equivalent experience.

Prior consulting experience is required

6+ years (10 years preferred) of environmental impact assessment and natural resources permitting experience on FERC-regulated projects, including consulting for private-sector clients.

At least 5 years of experience managing the permitting of large natural gas and LNG projects, including oversight of complex FERC applications.

Working knowledge of key natural resource regulations, including NEPA, Clean Water Act Section 404, Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106, and Endangered Species Act Section 7.

Experience with federal, state, and local permitting.

Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.

Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents.

Keen attention to detail.

Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a project team.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical knowledge to staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.

For the Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $129,195 – $152,500 (USD). Compensation within this range will be based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, and business needs. The role may include an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, retirement plans, and other eligible benefits.

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.

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

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting

Industries

Environmental Services

Civil Engineering

Oil and Gas

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, or disability. Thank you for your interest in ERM!

#J-18808-Ljbffr