Environmental Consultant – Stakeholder and Community Engagement

position summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has an exciting opportunity for a mid-level Environmental Consultant with demonstrated success in stakeholder and community engagement for energy and technology projects across the country. Technical knowledge of federal, state and local stakeholder engagement strategies is required, with specific emphasis on Federal Energy and Regulatory Commission (FERC) natural gas and LNG projects, resource reports and understanding of strategies related to Environmental Justice.

This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the United States. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $77,000 and $92,000 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is bonus eligible.

why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real – it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Serve as the Deputy Project Manager or Task Lead for Energy Sector projects (i.e., solar, wind, battery storage, transmission, natural gas, LNG, nuclear), which may vary in size and complexity.
• Work with Energy Sector Project Managers to build and collaboratively manage project teams.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling and managing project risk through implementation of standard project management processes and tools.
• Work with Energy Sector Project and Task Managers, internal project teams, and external clients in a manner that is consistent with Merjent's reputation for excellence and meets the company's strategic plan goals.
• Actively participate and prepare analyses of the social and community impacts of solar, wind, battery storage, transmission, natural gas, LNG or nuclear development projects, including analyses to support development of project-specific mitigation strategies.
• Support administrative functions as needed, including document production, community open house planning, elected official outreach planning and engagement strategic planning.

qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or environmental studies, public affairs, political science, or closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience or familiarity with permitting processes through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) federal land management agencies, or other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies, with preference to work completed in the identified energy or technology industries in North America.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience or familiarity with project management and/or deputy project management preferred.
• Strong oral communication and technical writing skills.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.