ERM

Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist – FERC Generalist

ERM

full-time

Posted on:

Location Type: Remote

Location: California • Pennsylvania • United States

Visit company website

Explore more

✨ AI Apply
Apply

Salary

💰 $70,500 - $97,429 per year

About the role

  • Drive high-quality analytical and technical support for ERM’s energy clients.
  • Contribute to permitting and impact assessments for major energy projects.
  • Collaborate with a global team committed to environmental stewardship and innovation.
  • Prepare permit applications for federal, state, and local environmental authorities.
  • Evaluate regulatory requirements and maintain records and survey reports.
  • Assist in developing technical project documents, including data tables, spreadsheets, and engineering calculations.
  • Support project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders—providing clear recommendations and guidance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field (or equivalent experience).
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite.
  • Ability to conduct desktop and online research on natural resources and planning topics.
  • Familiarity with GIS tools and map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, USGS, aerial photography).
  • Field-readiness in varying weather conditions; ability to navigate using GPS and maps.
  • Excellent technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license.
Benefits
  • paid time off
  • parental leave
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • disability
  • AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
  • other applicable benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
data analysistechnical writingengineering calculationspermit applicationsregulatory requirements evaluationdesktop researchonline researchGIS toolsmap interpretationproject planning
Soft Skills
interpersonal communicationeffective communicationcollaborationproblem-solvingrecommendation development
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in natural scienceBachelor's degree in engineeringvalid driver's license