Senior Consultant, Scientist (Mid-Level)

ERM is hiring a Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting in Boston, MA. The role involves managing land use permitting processes, supervising staff, and preparing technical documentation for various projects. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in planning and permitting, particularly in the power sector. Key responsibilities include client relationship management, project oversight, and contributing to business development efforts.
ERM is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting to play a key role in our growing Capital Project Delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-career professional looking to advance their career with ERM’s experienced consulting teams in land use permitting; wetland characterization, restoration, and design; species management; and erosion and sedimentation control compliance. As a senior leader, you will manage all aspects of land use permitting processes, including but not limited to managing existing conditions field characterization surveys, conducting research to define permitting requirements, coordinating with appropriate agencies during permitting processes, developing permitting plans, coordinating and participating in client and agency meetings, and developing permit application components for a variety of projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage and provide technical expertise on multi-media permitting and compliance documentation in support of ERM clients’ capital development (i.e., renewable energy projects, power generation, and electrical transmission). Lead preparation of local, state, and federal permitting documents with an emphasis on state Departments of Environmental Protection but also including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and other various state and local agencies. Supervise junior- and mid-level consulting staff to develop their skill sets in technical planning and permitting. Contribute to preparing permitting deliverables, serving in roles ranging from lead author to quality review. Perform project delivery activities such as report writing, data and literature review, and development of recommendations for clients. Oversee multiple projects within client’s scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables. Prepare technical proposals, including development of technical scopes and cost estimates, and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads. Maintain client relationships to support repeat business. Be knowledgeable about current and projected projects being executed in the larger region, in order to assist with coordination of current staff, and identification of staffing needs. Understand ERM’s service areas and market strategy and participate in recruiting and interviewing efforts to build a strong and cohesive regional team. Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees locally, regionally, and nationwide. REQUIREMENTS: BS/MS in environmental science, biology, or natural resources or related field. 5 to 10 years of planning and permitting or power sector experience, including consulting for private-sector clients. Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines simultaneously. Solid experience building sustaining relationships with major clients. Demonstrated ability to seamlessly work as part of a team. Excellent writing, communication, presentation, strategic thinking, and “people” skills. Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including ability to develop a positive reputation with land use staff. Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company. For the Senior Consultant, Environmental Permitting position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $73,148 – $82,290 USD. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible). We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. (Casual employees and regular employees scheduled under 20 hours a week are not benefits eligible). You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also 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. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-SO2 At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage