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ERM · 22 hours ago

Principal Consultant, Permitting and Compliance Project Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$98K/yr - $130K/yr

8+ years exp

ERM is a global sustainability leader seeking a Principal Consultant, Permitting & Compliance Project Manager to shape the future of energy infrastructure. This role involves leading permitting and compliance for high-profile electric transmission and renewable energy projects while ensuring they meet regulatory standards and promoting environmental stewardship.

ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage permitting tasks for capital development projects, including electric transmission lines and renewable energy initiatives

Prepare and submit permit applications to federal, state, and local authorities

Develop project schedules, budgets, and progress reports

Participate in agency consultations, client meetings, and site visits (travel up to 20%)

Collaborate with ERM experts on impact assessments, routing studies, and facility siting

Drive business development by leveraging client relationships and delivering exceptional technical solutions

Qualification

Permitting experienceEnvironmental regulations knowledgeProject managementClient relationship managementTechnical writingCommunication abilitiesMultidisciplinary team leadership

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field. Or equivalent experience

8+ years in consulting or industry, focused on power sector projects under federal and state regulatory frameworks (VA/Mid-Atlantic preferred)

Permitting experience for transmission line projects in Virginia (required); West Virginia and Kentucky (preferred)

Knowledge of Clean Water Act (Sections 401/404), Endangered Species Act (Section 7), National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106)

Familiarity with USACE Norfolk District, VDEQ, VMRC permitting requirements

Strong technical writing, project management, and communication abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Preferred

Experience reviewing Erosion & Sediment Control Plans, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, and Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Company

ERM

Glassdoor3.6

ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.

Founded in 1971

Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.erm.com/

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