ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy Planner in our Denver, CO or Phoenix, AZ offices to support and assist with permitting and environmental impact assessment for capital development projects. This role will focus on renewable energy, transmission and distribution, oil and gas, and technology infrastructure projects in the Mountain West region and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading local permitting and land use processes, including but not limited to, conducting research to define permitting requirements, coordinating with local jurisdictions during permitting processes, developing permitting plans and schedules, coordinating and participating in public meetings and hearings, and developing or coordinating permit applications and required components, such as Site Plan and Comprehensive Plan consistency reviews, to support a variety of land development and infrastructure projects. AICP credentials and experience with western natural resource issues, local permitting (including Colorado 1041 regulations) are highly desired.

In this role, you will work closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners on a variety of environmental permitting, due diligence, and impact assessment projects to support our renewable energy, oil and gas, power, and technology sector clients. You will also participate in teams conducting National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, state-level equivalent reviews, and environmental permitting for large-scale capital projects in the western states and beyond.

This is largely an office-based role with some travel required based on client and/or project needs and expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader and be part of ERM's continuing growth and contribution to the low carbon energy transition.

Responsibilities:

• Manage permitting and compliance associated with energy development projects
• Manage various aspects of the permitting process, including stakeholder engagement
• Manage and provide technical assistance on NEPA environmental assessment (EA) and environmental impact statement (EIS) projects
• Contribute technical and subject matter expertise on permitting strategies
• Manage and lead the preparation of permitting documents
• Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development
• Manage and work within quality/budget/schedule expectations
• Collaborate with other ERM practitioners to execute impact assessment and capital project permitting

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental science, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 6+ years of permitting experience, with strong project experience in renewable energy
• Project management experience
• Experience with local permitting in Colorado and Arizona
• Experience preparing NEPA-type documents
• Strong public speaking skills
• Experience with GIS and map interpretation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Valid driver's license

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
• Annual discretionary performance bonus

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