Environmental Resources Management, Inc.
Environmental Permitting Advisor (Field Based)
Environmental Resources Management, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Environmental Permitting Advisor
ERM is hiring an
Environmental Permitting Advisor
in
Richmond, Virginia
to support a key power client’s Transmission and Distribution team. The role is a full-time (40 hours per week) limited-term position with a 12-month duration, extendable. Hybrid work: 2-3 days in office, remaining days from home.
The primary focus is to prepare, review, and edit environmental portions of Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Applications to obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) for transmission line projects.
Job Duties
Be an active participant in SCC project team meetings, providing guidance on environmental permitting and programmatic implications of transmission line route alternatives which include but are not limited to permit triggers, permit schedules, project implications, etc.
Support the development of Virginia State Corporation Commission Applications by participating in project meetings, routing discussions, application drafting and finalization, ensuring consistency of environmental programmatic aspects across applications. The consultant will also support evidentiary hearings and public meetings.
Support the client team in maintaining a consistent program across all SCC applications as the E&S lead assigned to SCC projects. Coordinate with project managers to understand the scope of new and replacement electric transmission projects and apply knowledge of environmental regulations to determine what, if any, environmental permits are required.
Independently determine environmental permit applicability for assigned projects with specific knowledge of Section 404/401, Section 7, Section 106, NEPA, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Stormwater Management Programs.
Collaboration with external vendors/consultants to prepare, review and comment on permit applications to align with program expectations to support securing environmental permits or clearances required for projects to be constructed.
Communicating with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary environmental permits, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Conveying environmental compliance requirements from local, state, and federal permits to project and field teams.
Providing technical assistance to site(s)/project(s) in the construction phase to ensure environmental compliance.
Interpretation of environmental permits and regulations to ensure compliance of dates and project requirements are met.
Independently analyze, identify, and develop compliance strategies crucial for project development.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related degree preferred.
5-7 years linear permitting experience in Virginia, experience with electric transmission preferred.
Experience supporting Virginia State Corporation Commission processes / procedures in pursuit of obtaining a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN).
Experience compiling and reviewing environmental permits related to wetlands (including threatened and endangered species and cultural and historical resource coordination), erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management.
Experience overseeing vendors and strong negotiation skills are a plus.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage details, multiple tasks, and hard deadlines is essential. Must be a self-starter.
Logic and reasoning skills to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternatives, conclusions, or approaches.
Ability to embrace collaborative problem solving.
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 essential. We see diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by deep technical expertise in addressing environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. 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 on legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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Environmental Permitting Advisor
in
Richmond, Virginia
to support a key power client’s Transmission and Distribution team. The role is a full-time (40 hours per week) limited-term position with a 12-month duration, extendable. Hybrid work: 2-3 days in office, remaining days from home.
The primary focus is to prepare, review, and edit environmental portions of Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Applications to obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) for transmission line projects.
Job Duties
Be an active participant in SCC project team meetings, providing guidance on environmental permitting and programmatic implications of transmission line route alternatives which include but are not limited to permit triggers, permit schedules, project implications, etc.
Support the development of Virginia State Corporation Commission Applications by participating in project meetings, routing discussions, application drafting and finalization, ensuring consistency of environmental programmatic aspects across applications. The consultant will also support evidentiary hearings and public meetings.
Support the client team in maintaining a consistent program across all SCC applications as the E&S lead assigned to SCC projects. Coordinate with project managers to understand the scope of new and replacement electric transmission projects and apply knowledge of environmental regulations to determine what, if any, environmental permits are required.
Independently determine environmental permit applicability for assigned projects with specific knowledge of Section 404/401, Section 7, Section 106, NEPA, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Stormwater Management Programs.
Collaboration with external vendors/consultants to prepare, review and comment on permit applications to align with program expectations to support securing environmental permits or clearances required for projects to be constructed.
Communicating with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary environmental permits, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Conveying environmental compliance requirements from local, state, and federal permits to project and field teams.
Providing technical assistance to site(s)/project(s) in the construction phase to ensure environmental compliance.
Interpretation of environmental permits and regulations to ensure compliance of dates and project requirements are met.
Independently analyze, identify, and develop compliance strategies crucial for project development.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related degree preferred.
5-7 years linear permitting experience in Virginia, experience with electric transmission preferred.
Experience supporting Virginia State Corporation Commission processes / procedures in pursuit of obtaining a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN).
Experience compiling and reviewing environmental permits related to wetlands (including threatened and endangered species and cultural and historical resource coordination), erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management.
Experience overseeing vendors and strong negotiation skills are a plus.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage details, multiple tasks, and hard deadlines is essential. Must be a self-starter.
Logic and reasoning skills to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternatives, conclusions, or approaches.
Ability to embrace collaborative problem solving.
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 essential. We see diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by deep technical expertise in addressing environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. 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 on legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
#J-18808-Ljbffr