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Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor

Houston, Texas, USFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Lead permitting, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory compliance for major traditional, renewable, and low-carbon energy projects across the Gulf Region.

Role type

Principal Consultant (Environmental Permitting & Impact Assessment)

Builds

Sustainable energy infrastructure projects (pipelines, offshore wind, etc.)

Domain

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

Required skills

Environmental Science/Engineering expertise, USACE/FERC/BOEM/USFWS permitting, Project Management, Client Relationship Development, Business Acumen, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance

Preferred skills

NEPA/ESHIA experience, Gulf Coast energy market network, Low-carbon project experience, Line management experience

Technologies

USACE, FERC, BOEM, USFWS, NEPA, ESHIA

Responsibilities

Lead multi-media permitting for capital energy projects; Serve as Project Manager on complex multidisciplinary projects; Build trusted client relationships; Contribute to go-to-market strategies; Support team development through coaching and mentorship.

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & commercial growth