ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Renewables overseeing Impact Assessment, Planning and Permitting for renewable energy facilities. This role will lead environmental impact assessment and permitting for renewable energy facilities and other major capital development projects including solar developments, technology infrastructure and offshore and onshore wind energy projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience permitting complex development projects in the power and/or technology sector along with technical expertise leading environmental, local, state-level, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews for large-scale capital projects. It is preferred and desired that the candidate has experience developing permits and permitting strategies for renewable projects, particularly to support local land use permitting processes, including securing Conditional or Special Use Permits, identifying requirements or local municipalities and counties (e.g., buffer widths, vegetative screening, water quality monitoring, local storm water review criteria), analyzing the potential for variances, and working with developers to optimize layouts based on local permitting requirements.

As part of ERM's planning team you will be leading consulting on a range of environmental, social, and health impact assessment projects to build a sustainable business both regionally and nationally, while networking with ERM's global technical teams to share best practices across the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and perform complex permitting and compliance associated with renewable energy and tech sector development projects
• Manage and lead the preparation of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development
• Oversee project delivery activities such as report writing, data collection, and developing recommendations for clients
• Serve in roles ranging from project manager, task manager, technical expert, and QA/QC of deliverables
• Contribute technical expertise on permitting strategies, due diligence reviews, and environmental assessments
• Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development
• Manage projects within quality/budget/schedule expectations
• Collaborate with other ERM practitioners to execute impact assessment and capital project permitting
• Expand ERM's profile and market share through client relationships and high-quality service

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental studies, environmental management, or related field
• 5+ years of project management, licensing and permitting experience, particularly in renewable energy
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting for renewable energy projects
• Experience assisting clients in obtaining multi-media permits and approvals
• Experience overseeing and coordinating desktop and online studies or research on natural resource topics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members
• Valid driver's license and good driving record

ERM offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical insurance, 401(k), and potential for annual discretionary performance bonus.

ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.