Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist, FERC Generalist

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Global consultancy delivering environmental, health, safety, risk, social and sustainability services.
Provide permitting & regulatory analysis for energy projects, supporting clients in field and office.
15 days ago ago
$74,000 - $83,641
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Cleveland, OH
Field
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Sustainability
Engineering
Risk Management
Health & Safety
Environmental Impact Assessment
Geotechnical Engineering
Water Management
Sector Specialisms
Chemical
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Mining & Metals
Oil & Gas
Pharmaceutical
Power
Renewables
Role
What you would be doing
permit applications
record keeping
project planning
regulatory review
engineering calculations
client communication
  • Prepare permit applications where required by federal, state or local environmental regulatory authorities for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance, or decommissioning.
  • Maintain records and survey reports.
  • Assist with the development of project plans and schedules; and assist with the development of project management reporting, such as monthly progress reports.
  • Evaluate regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical project documents, including, but not limited to: writing, word processing, building tables and spreadsheets, tabulating and manipulating data, producing hard copy documents, completing air and erosion control engineering calculations commensurate with the candidate’s background.
  • Communicate with clients, including requesting project information, answering regulatory questions, and providing recommendations.
What you bring
arcgis
gps
ms office
bachelor's
driver's license
field survey
  • Applied and working knowledge of ArcGIS software.
  • Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
  • Familiarity with field survey techniques.
  • Experience working with or knowledge of natural resource management agencies and regulatory agencies (e.g., Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, etc.).
  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
  • Comfort and familiarity with active construction sites.
  • Up to 40% travel.
  • 2+ years of applicable work experience
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.
  • Experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is a plus
  • Ability to multi-task, maintains flexibility, and works independently with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant – team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
  • Ability to navigate in the field using Global Position System, maps and aerial photographs.
  • This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
  • Field or consulting experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering field of study; or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at communicating technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.
  • Ability to work effectively in the field during cold and hot weather conditions.
  • Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, aerial photography).
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
  • Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
  • Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
  • Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
  • Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
  • Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is our number one priority.
  • We are passionate about what we do.
  • We collaborate to achieve excellence.
  • We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
  • We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
  • We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
  • Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
  • Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
  • Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
  • They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.
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