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Overview: As Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager, you will lead major Natural Gas Act projects and guide clients through complex regulatory processes. You’ll act as a strategic advisor across planning, development, construction, and operations, promoting responsible delivery of energy infrastructure. This role offers leadership across multidisciplinary teams and a path to influence ERM’s growth in gas, LNG, and storage projects. Join a global sustainability leader to shape regulatory strategy and project outcomes.
Responsibilities: Lead large, multi-faceted FERC-regulated projects ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality. Act as primary client contact and guide interdisciplinary teams through permitting, compliance, and regulatory approvals. Direct preparation and management of FERC applications and coordination with agencies. Provide strategic guidance on environmental planning and permitting pathways. Develop technical proposals, identify new business opportunities, and maintain client relationships. Oversee QA/QC for reports, analyses, and permit packages. Coordinate with internal specialists and stakeholders for efficient project execution. Monitor risks and drive solutions to keep projects progressing.
Key requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Planning, Engineering, Geology, or related field; equivalent experience 6+ years (10+ years preferred) in environmental impact assessment and permitting for FERC-regulated projects 5+ years in managing large-scale natural gas and LNG permitting projects Strong knowledge of NEPA and key regulations (Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, NHPA, ESA) Proven ability to manage complex, multi-site projects within scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives Exceptional written and verbal communication for clients, regulators, agencies, and teams Initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities to develop innovative approaches Driver’s license; ability to travel across large geographic area leadership strong communication stakeholder engagement NEPA FERC regulatory processes environmental permitting

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Experience level

Senior

Location

Raleigh, NC

Occupation

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Industry

Environmental Consulting Services

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