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Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor

Houston, Texas, USFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-12
Hybrid

Core

Guide clients through siting, permitting, and environmental impact assessment processes for complex energy infrastructure projects, influencing capital investment decisions.

Role type

Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor

Builds

Traditional, renewable, and low-carbon energy projects (pipelines, offshore wind)

Domain

Energy sector (traditional, renewable, low-carbon) + Environmental Regulatory Compliance

Required skills

Environmental Science/Engineering expertise, Local/state/federal permitting knowledge (USACE, FERC, BOEM, USFWS), Project management, Client relationship development, Business acumen, Team leadership

Preferred skills

NEPA and ESHIA processes, Established industry reputation in Gulf Coast, Low-carbon project experience, Line management experience

Technologies

USACE, FERC, BOEM, USFWS, NEPA, ESHIA

Responsibilities

Lead environmental permitting and impact assessment efforts for capital energy projects, Lead multi-media permitting ensuring regulatory compliance, Serve as Project Manager on complex multidisciplinary projects, Build and maintain trusted client relationships, Contribute to go-to-market planning and business development strategies, Support team development and mentorship

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship