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Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a full-time Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Specialist to manage the cultural, historical, and archaeological resources component of federal and state regulated projects for compliance with historic preservation laws. Specific duties include: - Working with staff and clients to develop scopes of work - Conducting Class I/Phase Ia reviews - Consulting and coordinating with agencies and tribal groups - Editing and approving technical reports - Having a working knowledge of both state and federal historic preservation regulations Work will focus primarily on energy industry projects for: - Natural gas and oil pipelines - Electric transmission - Wind, solar, and other energy projects and facilities in multiple states This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity with the flexibility to work from Merjent's Minneapolis or Wisconsin Office, or remotely from a home office. Candidates living in the upper Midwest U.S. are preferred. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $79,400 and $119,500 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. Qualifications - Secretary of the Interior-qualified, with a bachelor's degree or advanced degree in archaeology, history, or other related field - A minimum of 5 years of experience in cultural resources consulting with a focus in Midwestern and Southwest U.S. - Experience with state-regulated projects (e.g., Public Service Commission, Public Utilities Commission, Department of Natural Resources, etc.) is preferred - Experience involving tribal consultation, outreach, and relationship-building is a plus - Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills - Ability to strategize on multiple concurrent projects of varying size and complexity - Willingness to be flexible and adaptable with quickly changing project timelines and expectations - Occasional travel may be required to conduct research at various SHPO offices, if appropriate to your location - Technical specialization in a subfield (e.g. architectural history, human osteology, geomorphology, etc.) is a plus Requirements - Assisting project managers in coordinating compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and state environmental regulations related to cultural and archaeological resources - Supporting clients during agency and tribal consultation, including drafting consultation letters and materials for State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO), Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, Native American Tribes, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and multiple state, federal, and local agencies - Experience with, and an understanding of, cultural resources field investigations and construction methods for natural gas and oil pipelines, electric transmission, wind, solar, and other energy projects and facilities for clients in multiple states - Serve as the cultural resources subject matter expert for small, medium, and large-sized projects by providing advice to project managers concerning application of federal and state historic preservation laws and regulations, tribal engagement, and consultation with state and federal agencies - Conduct Phase Ia/Class I desktop reviews and drafting memos for due diligence projects or operations and maintenance projects in multiple states - Managing budgets; preparing proposals, reports, and other technical documents; monitoring field procedures; and authoring Unanticipated Discovery Plans, Treatment Plans, and NEPA and NHPA technical reports - Manage client expectations for project deliverables, schedules, and budgets, including status reporting - Performing other duties as assigned Benefits - 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority, prorated according to start date - 10 paid holidays - Generous benefits and compensation packages - Support for annual career-related training - Facilitation of organic growth within the company - Support for travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a Senior-Level Threatened and Endangered Species (T&E) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. This full-time position supports energy infrastructure projects through critical issues analyses, environmental review, permit acquisitions, and construction/operation compliance management. The Senior-Level T&E SME serves as a trusted technical resource to project teams and external clients, providing expert guidance on species-related issues, regulatory requirements, permitting strategies, and agency coordination. In addition, the Senior-Level T&E SME role acts as a senior technical advisor to T&E staff, providing mentorship, technical review, regulatory guidance, and expert consultation on project-specific biological and permitting challenges. Applicants must have expertise as the technical lead conducting project reviews and effects analyses to ensure compliance with Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations for federal and non-federal projects, participating in federal ESA Section 7 consultations, and conducting critical issues analyses to inform project design, schedule, and permitting pathways. This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the U.S. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $145,300 and $163,800 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible. Qualifications - Graduate degree (preferred) or bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, fisheries and wildlife, conservation biology, or a related degree. - Demonstrated experience serving as Lead T&E SME for 8-10+ years, including 3-5+ years in the consulting industry, in the majority of the following areas: - Technical Lead conducting informal and formal interagency consultations under ESA Section 7 for a minimum of 7 years including complex capital projects. - Technical Lead conducting due diligence reviews and analyses to ensure ESA compliance on non-federal projects. - Technical Lead conducting reviews to ensure compliance with BGEPA, MBTA, state, and other T&E regulations. - Technical Lead providing in-depth guidance to project teams and clients on complex biological and regulatory issues. - Demonstrated ability to lead technical aspects of projects by proactively identifying issues, developing strategies, and driving work to completion while collaborating with senior and mid-level T&E SMEs to ensure technically sound and practical outcomes. Requirements - Conduct critical issues analyses and provide technical guidance to internal and external clients regarding species-related risks by evaluating how T&E concerns may affect permitting strategies, project timelines, regulatory approvals, and project execution. - Take ownership of the technical aspects on projects by setting the technical approach, defining technical strategy, and maintaining accountability for deliverables and outcomes. - Conduct project reviews and effects analyses to ensure compliance with ESA regulations for federal and non-federal projects. - Lead formal and informal ESA Section 7 consultations. - Draft and/or provide senior review of sections of BAs, Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), state permit applications, and other documents. - Ensure project compliance with Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), and other federal, state, and local regulations. - Advise project managers and technical staff on complex biological and regulatory issues including understanding federal nexus triggers, regulatory environments, and compliance pathways. - Provide technical leadership, guidance, and senior review for other T&E SMEs, ensuring high-quality, technically sound project deliverables. - Mentor and support mid-level T&E SMEs through technical coaching, collaborative problem-solving, and knowledge sharing to advance individual and team capabilities. - Participate in and foster a collaborative environment within the T&E SME group through proactive communication, knowledge sharing, and coordination with colleagues. - Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, policies, and guidance relevant to project permitting and compliance as they pertain to protected species. - Manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities, proactively advancing project work while responding to urgent and time-sensitive requests and emerging issues. - Coordinate with biological field surveyors on survey methods, implementation, and reporting for survey efforts pertaining to protected species compliance and permitting. - Participate in business development activities through conference presentations, serving as client lead, leading marketing meetings, and other networking activities. - Work with internal project teams and external clients in a manner that is consistent with Merjent's reputation for excellence. Benefits - 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. - 10 paid holidays. - A generous benefit and compensation package. - Support for annual career-related training. - Encouragement for employees to bring forward ideas to grow existing and create new service lines. - Investment in company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a Mid-Level Threatened and Endangered Species (T&E) Subject Matter Expert (SME) with expertise in protected species regulations to join our team. This full-time position supports energy infrastructure projects through critical issues analyses, environmental review, permit acquisitions, and construction/operation compliance management. - Interpret and apply environmental regulations to unique project conditions. - Anticipate regulatory challenges and develop practical solutions based on logic and sound technical and regulatory reasoning. - Conduct project reviews and effects analyses to ensure compliance with Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations for federal and non-federal projects. - Participate in federal ESA Section 7 consultations. - Conduct critical issues analyses to inform project design, schedule, and permitting pathways. This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the U.S. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $94,800 and $127,800 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible. Qualifications - Bachelor or graduate degree in biology, ecology, fisheries and wildlife, conservation biology, or a related degree. - Demonstrated experience in working as a T&E SME for 3-7+ years in the consulting sector. - Technical Lead or co-lead conducting informal and/or formal interagency consultations under ESA Section 7. - Technical Lead or co-lead conducting due diligence reviews and analyses to ensure ESA compliance on non-federal projects. - Technical Lead or co-lead conducting reviews to ensure compliance with BGEPA, MBTA, state, and other T&E regulations. - Demonstrated ability to lead technical aspects of projects by proactively identifying issues, developing strategies, and driving work to completion. - Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple active projects simultaneously. - Ability to adapt to changes in scope and deadlines. - Experience in analyzing, organizing, and interpreting data from multiple sources and interests. - Demonstrated technical writing skills. A writing sample may be requested during the interview process. - Experience using geo-spatial files in Google Earth and ArcGIS Online. - Preference for a background working within the energy industry on construction, operations, and maintenance of energy projects. Requirements - Conduct critical issues analyses and provide technical guidance to internal and external clients regarding species-related risks. - Take ownership of the technical aspects on projects by working with senior staff to set the technical approach. - Manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities. - Coordinate with biological field surveyors on survey methods, implementation, and reporting. - Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations. - Participate in and foster a collaborative environment within the T&E SME group. - Work with internal project teams and external clients in a manner consistent with Merjent's reputation for excellence. Benefits - 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority, prorated according to start date. - 10 paid holidays. - A generous benefit and compensation package. - Support for annual career-related training. - Encouragement for employees to bring forward ideas for growth. - Support for travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

Role Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Benefits and Compliance Specialist to join our Human Resources team supporting 300+ employees across the United States. This role is responsible for administering HR compliance programs, employee benefits operations, leave management administration, and regulatory reporting activities. The Benefits and Compliance Specialist will play a key role in ensuring HR processes are efficient, compliant, and well organized while supporting employees throughout their employment lifecycle. This position works closely with other HR team members, managers, payroll, and employees to maintain accurate records, administer employment-related programs, and support compliance with federal, state and local laws. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with remote work eligibility. The anticipated annual salary range for this role is $70,100 to $79,400, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is also eligible for a bonus opportunity. Responsibilities - Administer employee leave programs, including coordination and tracking of FMLA, state leave programs, ADA accommodations, and other protected leave requests in partnership with employees, managers, payroll, and benefits providers. - Support Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and EEO-1 reporting activities, including workforce data audits, preparation, and annual submissions. - Maintain, audit, and organize employee records, documentation, and HR databases to ensure data accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and company requirements. - Support benefits administration processes, including benefits billing coordination, eligibility tracking, and employee support related to benefit programs and leave administration. - Conduct periodic audits related to employee records, leave balances, benefits administration, and HR compliance documentation. - Prepare and support proposals, audit and annual census data requests, compliance reporting, and internal workforce analytics. - Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent and efficient HR operational processes and regulatory compliance. - Support development and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and employee communications related to compliance and benefits programs. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. - Minimum of two years of direct experience with benefits administration, leave management, or HR compliance. - Experience administering employee leave programs such as FMLA, ADA accommodations, and multi-state leave requirements are strongly preferred. - Experience supporting EEOC/EEO-1 reporting, Workforce Certificates, HR compliance programs, or HR systems preferred. - Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records. - Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. - Strong communication and collaboration skills. - Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and workforce management systems preferred. - Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite are preferred, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has exciting opportunities for entry- to mid-level Project Planners with demonstrated interest in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and/or environmental policy. Technical knowledge of the NEPA process as well as other statutes such as the National Historic Preservation Act, the Endangered Species Act, and similar is preferred. These are full-time benefits eligible opportunities that can be based anywhere in the United States. The anticipated annual salary for these positions is between $61,800 and $67,000 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. These positions are bonus eligible. Responsibilities - Conduct data screening and entry into project record; retrieve documents as needed. - Assist project team with preliminary determinations of documents for responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and litigation responses. - Attend and accurately document project meetings, project decisions, and action items. - Draft, review, and/or modify project documents including correspondence, reports, memos, and emails. - Assist project team in distributing project information to the public including written communications as well as public meetings. - Assist project team with full cycle of logistics of public, tribal, and agency meetings. - Conduct and compile research on project, policies, and stakeholder positions. - Create and assist with maintenance of project and team contact lists. - Prepare for and assist with project-related mailings. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental studies, public policy or closely related field. - A minimum of 1 year of experience or familiarity with 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. - Strong oral communication, technical writing skills, attention to detail required. - Working proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word including ability to create tables, basic document formatting, and management of large data transfer needs. - Ability to travel is required for this position. - Customer service experience preferred. 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. Application Process Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com . Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Search Firm Policy Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has exciting opportunities for Environmental Permitting Specialists with demonstrated success supporting permitting and environmental compliance for natural resource development projects. Technical knowledge of federal permitting regulations and general environmental compliance processes is required. The Environmental Permitting Specialist will join project teams providing environmental studies, routing, siting, and local, state, and federal permitting services for solar, wind, electric transmission, and other low-carbon energy generation and transmission projects in the Northern Great Plains and Upper Midwest. The role will serve clients and project teams with a regional emphasis on Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. These are full-time benefits-eligible opportunities that can be based anywhere in the United States. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $94,800 and $127,800 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. These positions are bonus eligible. Responsibilities - Serve as a Permitting Specialist or Task Lead for Power Sector projects (i.e., solar, wind, battery storage, transmission), which may vary in size and complexity. - Work with Power 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 environmental impacts of solar, wind, battery storage, and electric transmission projects, including analyses to support development of project-specific avoidance and mitigation strategies. - Coordinate biological and cultural tasks, including field surveys, subcontractor communication, scheduling, and associated internal and external tracking and reporting. - Encourage leadership succession through team building, positive reinforcement, training, mentoring, and professional development and growth. - Assist with review of project-related deliverables to provide quality assurance and ensure client expectations are met. - Research, analyze, and summarize local, state, and federal laws for fact- and project-specific permitting support. - Collaborate with internal subject matter experts and other teammates to draft permit applications and support plans and reports, such as floodplain permits, state land and water crossings, county conditional use permits, etc. - Draft portions of route and site permit applications along with associated environmental review documents as required by each jurisdiction. - Support federal NEPA and state environmental review document preparation (EAW, EA, EIS) and third-party applications. - Actively participate in the proposal process and development of Power Sector projects, including drafting scoping text, preparing budgets, and developing schedules. - Participate in project team meetings virtually or in-person, and in client and agency meetings as a representative of Merjent's team. - Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geography, land use planning, biology, archaeology, geology, political science, or closely related field. - Knowledge, interest, experience, and/or advanced degrees in environmental law, land use planning, anthropology/archaeology, hydrology, biology, wetland ecology, or other technical fields is a plus. - A minimum of 5 years of experience or familiarity with permitting processes through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, federal land management agencies, State Historic Preservation Offices, state siting and routing authorities (Public Utilities Commission, Public Service Commission, etc.), or other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies, with preference to work completed in the identified power industries in the Great Plains and Upper Midwest. - An interest in professional development toward project management is preferred. - Strong oral communication and technical writing skills. Writing samples will be requested. - Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills. - Must be detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills. - Able to adapt quickly and work well under pressure, both in large teams and one-on-one. - Able to work independently with minimal supervision. - Able to analyze, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources and translate that information into direct, easy to understand written deliverables. - Proficient at the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); technical editing experience a plus. - Must be willing to travel domestically as needed (0-20%), depending on the needs of the project. Benefits - 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. - 10 paid holidays. - Generous benefits and compensation packages. - Support for annual career-related training for employees. - Encouragement for organic growth within the company. - Support for travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events. Company Description 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. 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.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior FERC Regulatory Specialist with demonstrated success managing FERC licensing and hydropower administration. The successful candidate will manage and/or assist with completing federal, state, and local permitting and licensing efforts for dam and hydropower projects, including: - Regulatory strategy - Agency coordination - FERC licensing support - Environmental review - Technical documentation This position requires knowledge of dam and hydropower regulatory frameworks, including: - Permitting - Licensing - Environmental review - Stakeholder coordination This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the US. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $172,500 and $207,000 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible. This position may require occasional travel based on project needs. Qualifications - Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental science, engineering, natural resources, planning, biology, hydrology, water resources, or a closely related field. - At least 5+ years of experience in dam, hydropower, environmental permitting, licensing, or related consulting. - Demonstrated experience with FERC licensing, relicensing, compliance, or dam safety permitting. - Experience supporting NEPA, ESA, Section 401/404 permitting, Section 106 consultation, or similar state and federal environmental review processes preferred. - Experience supporting hydropower, dam rehabilitation, dam removal, water resource, or other energy infrastructure projects preferred. - Knowledge of FERC Integrated Licensing Process (ILP), Traditional Licensing Process (TLP), Alternative Licensing Process (ALP), Conduit/10 MW Exemptions, or related regulatory frameworks preferred. - Demonstrated experience in technical writing, including preparation of clear and accurate documentation, reports, compliance filings, and permit applications. - Experience supporting and developing proposals, including content creation, scope development, budgeting, and coordination. - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret government regulations, technical procedures, construction drawings, engineering plans, and environmental data. - Ability to effectively manage technical work by others, including junior staff and multidisciplinary project teams. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Highly effective multi-tasker with strong organizational and schedule management skills. - Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. - Strong team-player and team builder. - Ability to work in both office and field environments. - Willingness to travel occasionally for project meetings, stakeholder engagement, agency coordination, and field work. Requirements - 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. Benefits - 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. - 10 paid holidays. - Generous benefits and compensation packages. - Support for annual career-related training. - Encouragement for organic growth and idea sharing. - Support for travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events. Company Description 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. 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.

Role Description We are seeking a highly motivated Project Accounting Coordinator to join our team. This role is responsible for providing support to division presidents and project managers to ensure timely project set-up and maintenance for accurate billing and project reporting. This position will have the flexibility to work from Merjent's Minneapolis, Minnesota office or remotely from a home office anywhere in the United States. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $72,100 and $88,600 annually, depending upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. This position is also bonus eligible. Responsibilities - Establish and maintain accurate project setup in the company project system, including client contacts, contract requirements, fee schedules, rate tables, and timesheet mapping. - Support Project/Program Managers with reporting, project controls, and client-requested financial or operational reports. - Prepare, edit, finalize, and distribute invoices to internal and external clients, including maintaining supporting documentation and client billing spreadsheets. - Upload invoices and required backup documentation to client portals such as Taulia, Transcepta, Coupa, SharePoint, and Open Invoice. - Monitor accounts receivable over 60 days and coordinate with project managers/billing managers to support timely client payment collection. - Track unbilled expenses and zero-rate timesheets, working with project managers to ensure timely resolution and invoicing. - Provide system support and training participation related to the company accounting/project system and perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications - Associate degree or Certificate in Accounting or at least 2 years of post-secondary study in Accounting, Finance, or related field. - A minimum of 2 years' entry level accounting experience. - Ability to proactively identify inefficiencies in accounting or billing processes and suggest solutions. - Experience with accounting and payroll systems (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, ADP). - Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. - Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Effective communicator and collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and drive process improvements. 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. Application Process Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com . Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has exciting opportunities for Senior Project Managers with demonstrated success in the oil and gas industry. The successful candidates will join our existing Pipeline Sector working with clients to manage project teams for infrastructure projects in the oil and gas industry (oil, products, and natural gas pipelines; etc.). Technical knowledge of federal (including FERC), state and local permitting processes is required. This position requires experienced technical knowledge managing multi-component and sometimes complex projects that require federal, state, and local permitting of energy-related projects. This is a remote work position; however, candidates must be based in the eastern US, with preference given to candidates located in North Carolina and surrounding states. 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 $145,300 and $183,400 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. These positions are also bonus eligible. Responsibilities - Serve as the Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for pipeline sector projects which may vary in size and complexity. - Work with other Pipeline Sector Project Managers to build and collaboratively manage project teams. - Effectively manage project budget, schedule and manage project risk through implementation of standard project management processes and tools. - Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients. - Encourage leadership succession through team building, positive reinforcement, training, mentoring, and professional development and growth. - Work collaboratively with Company leadership to ensure project teams have the necessary staffing and tools. - Perform review of project-related deliverables to provide quality assurance and ensure client expectations are met. - Actively participate in the proposal process and development of Pipeline Sector projects, including marketing activities. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a natural resource/environmental field required. - A minimum of 10 years of experience or familiarity with permitting processes through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), federal land management agencies, State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO), or other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies, with preference to work completed in the identified pipeline industries. - A minimum of 5 years of experience or familiarity with project management and/or deputy project management preferred. - Knowledge, interest, experience, and/or advanced degrees in environmental law, planning, anthropology/archaeology, hydrology, biology, wetland ecology, or other technical fields is a plus. - Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills. - Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills. - Able to adapt quickly and work well under pressure, both in large teams and one-on-one. - Able to work independently with minimal supervision. - Able to analyze, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources and translate that information into direct, easy to understand written deliverables. - Must be detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills. - Proficient at the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); technical editing experience a plus. - Must be willing to travel domestically as needed (0-20%), depending on the needs of the project. Benefits - All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. - 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. - Merjent invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

Role Description Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking an Environmental Consultant in Texas. In this full-time position, the Environmental Consultant will work on: - Environmental permit acquisitions - Environmental review - Construction/operation compliance management for energy infrastructure projects This position requires technical knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting regulations to support energy-related projects, or interest in developing such skills over the course of employment. This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the U.S., with a preference for those candidates who are based in Texas. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $79,400 and $136,500 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible. Responsibilities - Manage projects and tasks associated with environmental review, permitting and compliance services for clients in the energy sector (natural gas pipelines and/or electric transmission lines and associated facilities). - Support projects that involve analysis of the environmental impacts of proposed energy projects, including analyses to support development of project-specific applications. - Potential to conduct biological field surveys and associated internal and external reporting. - Potential to conduct stormwater inspections and necessary reporting. - Supporting administrative functions as needed, including document production and technical editing of large, detailed documents. - Work with internal project and task managers and external clients in a manner that is consistent with Merjent's reputation for excellence. Qualifications - B.A. or B.S. in environmental science or environmental studies, environmental engineering, water resources, geology, biology, natural resources, or a closely related field. - 3-5 years of environmental permitting experience, with preference for work completed in the energy industry. - 3-5 years of experience or familiarity with permitting processes through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, State Historic Preservation Offices, or other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies. - 1-2 years of experience or familiarity with project management and/or deputy project management preferred. - Strong initiative-taker with excellent organizational, problem-solving, and task management skills. - Ability to adapt quickly and work well under pressure, both in large teams and one-on-one. - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources and translate that information into direct, easy to understand written deliverables. - Willing to travel domestically as needed (5-50%), including for field work. Field work may be required depending on background and/or interest. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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.