Environmental Impact Assessment Lead

ERM is seeking an Environmental Impact Assessment Lead in Walnut Creek, CA, to oversee environmental assessments and permitting for renewable energy projects. The role requires strong project management and technical expertise in environmental regulations, with responsibilities including leading assessments, developing permits, and managing consulting teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 6+ years of experience in project management and permitting, particularly in renewable energy.
About the Company: ERM is the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, partnering with the world's leading organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

We see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues.

Job Summary: We are seeking a Principal Consultant, Renewables to lead environmental impact assessments and permitting for renewable energy facilities throughout California. This role requires strong project management skills, technical expertise in environmental regulations, and experience leading consulting teams.

Responsibilities:
• Lead environmental impact assessments and permit applications for large-scale capital projects
• Develop permits and permitting strategies for renewable projects, including local land use permitting processes
• Manage consulting teams and coordinate with developers to optimize layouts based on local permitting requirements
• Prepare technical documents and reports, including presentations of findings to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies

Requirements:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources science field of study
• 6+ years of project management, licensing, and permitting experience, including strong project experience in renewable energy or similar practice across California
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, including preparation of applications and documents related to the development of renewable energy projects
• Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents, including presentation of findings to clients, stakeholders, and/or regulatory agencies