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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 16d ago
Apply by Oct 28
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Managing Consultant will lead complex environmental permitting and due diligence projects for renewable energy and infrastructure clients. They are responsible for managing biological field assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior staff while driving business development.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences and possess at least 4 years of experience in environmental permitting. Strong technical knowledge of biological assessments, ESA processes, and excellent leadership skills are required for this role.
Full job description
Ready to lead transformative projects at the intersection of science, strategy, and sustainability? Step into a leadership role where your expertise shapes the future of energy and infrastructure.
At ERM, we’re seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist/Project Manager based in Overland Park, Kansas to drive complex environmental permitting efforts for renewable energy and major infrastructure projects. This is more than a technical role—it’s an opportunity to influence how critical projects are delivered across the Great Plains, Midwest, and beyond. You’ll partner with clients as a trusted advisor, guiding them through regulatory complexity while advancing responsible, sustainable development.
Why This Role Matters
ERM is at the forefront of shaping sustainable development—and this role is central to that mission. As a senior leader, you will guide projects that directly impact how energy and infrastructure evolve in a rapidly changing world. Your work will help balance environmental stewardship with progress, ensuring projects move forward responsibly and effectively.
What Your Impact Is:
Act as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor on large-scale permitting and due diligence projects
Guide clients through complex environmental regulations while protecting sensitive ecosystems
Lead biological field surveys and develop permitting strategies that enable sustainable project delivery
Support the advancement of renewable energy and critical infrastructure through sound scientific and regulatory expertise
What You’ll Bring:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience
4+ years (10+ years preferred) of experience in environmental permitting and/or due diligence, ideally in consulting for private-sector clients
Deep technical knowledge of biological field assessments and permitting practices, including wetland delineations and protected species assessments
Proven experience with ESA Section 7 & 10 processes, including Habitat Conservation Plans and Incidental Take Permits
Strong leadership, team-building, and client relationship skills
Excellent communication, writing, and strategic thinking abilities
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
Preferred:
Experience with renewable energy projects (wind, solar, transmission)
Familiarity with permitting in Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, or Oklahoma
Recognized technical expertise and established reputation in the regional marketplace
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage biological field surveys, habitat assessments, and species-specific studies
Oversee preparation of local, state, and federal permitting documents, ensuring quality and compliance
Manage multiple projects within scope, budget, and schedule expectations
Develop technical proposals, scopes, and cost estimates; support business development and client retention
Collaborate with ERM teams on Impact Assessment and Permitting projects, including NEPA compliance and risk assessments
Mentor junior and mid-level staff, fostering technical growth and team cohesion
Stay informed on regional projects and staffing needs; contribute to recruiting efforts
Build strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to maintain ERM’s reputation for excellence
If you're ready to lead with purpose, influence impactful projects, and grow your career in a collaborative, global consulting environment—this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.
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!
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Shaping a sustainable future with the world’s leading organizations
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London
LinkedIn followers
628,728
Sustainability is our business.
As the world’s largest specialist sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, deploying a unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. This approach helps clients to accelerate the integration of sustainability at every level of their business.
With more than 50 years of experience, ERM’s diverse team of 8000+ experts in 40 countries and territories helps clients create innovative solutions to their sustainability challenges, unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
Offices: 33 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8AA, GB
health & safetyrisk and social consultancysustainability consultingoil & energymining & metalschemicalsREACHpower & utilitiesproduct stewardshipenvironmental consulting
Shaping a sustainable future with the world’s leading organizations
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London
LinkedIn followers
628,728
Sustainability is our business.
As the world’s largest specialist sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, deploying a unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. This approach helps clients to accelerate the integration of sustainability at every level of their business.
With more than 50 years of experience, ERM’s diverse team of 8000+ experts in 40 countries and territories helps clients create innovative solutions to their sustainability challenges, unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
Offices: 33 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8AA, GB
health & safetyrisk and social consultancysustainability consultingoil & energymining & metalschemicalsREACHpower & utilitiesproduct stewardshipenvironmental consulting