Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager (Principal Level)

ERMers considering application for internal positions should consider the

following eligibility criteria prior to application:

1.

Should already be an ERMer for a minimum of 12 months

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Should have two Good/Meets Expectations (minimum) performance ratings for the last two cycles (over 12 months)

3.

Transition period to the new role should be discussed per role and

based on regional differences

ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant, Environmental FERC Project Manager to assist with current client development, new business development, and industry awareness.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES PRIOR CONSULTING EXPERIENCE AND FERC EXPERIENCE.  This position will focus 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 position will require an understanding of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the complexities of energy and environmental policy and will require a broad knowledge base from which to draw experience.

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; actively participate in industry working-groups related to potential or proposed policy changes or new initiatives; and be 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 will need to 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 ever growing 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 elements such as 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 and assist with environmental impact assessment and regulatory permitting (e.g., baseline studies, facility si...