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$95k–$124k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance
Posted 48d ago
Apply by Jul 21
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead permitting and biological field assessments for large-scale renewable energy and transmission projects across the eastern U.S. Manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules while mentoring junior staff and building client relationships.
Requirements
Requires a BS/MS in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences with 4-10 years of permitting and due diligence experience. Must possess a valid driver's license and expertise in federal and state permitting for GA, NC, SC, and VA.
Full job description
Lead the Future of Renewable Energy Permitting with ERM
Are you ready to shape the environmental landscape for some of the most impactful renewable energy projects in the U.S.? At ERM, we’re not just managing projects—we’re driving sustainable progress. As a Managing Consultant, Scientist, based in Cincinnati, OH, you’ll play a strategic role in guiding permitting processes for solar, wind, transmission, and other large-scale developments, ensuring compliance while influencing the future of clean energy infrastructure.
Why This Role Matters
This position is pivotal to ERM’s mission of delivering innovative environmental solutions for capital projects across the eastern U.S. Your expertise will help clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks, accelerate renewable energy deployment, and meet critical sustainability goals. You’ll be the trusted advisor who ensures projects move forward responsibly and efficiently.
What Your Impact Is
Lead permitting and biological field assessments for renewable energy and transmission projects.
Drive compliance with NEPA and state-level environmental reviews for large-scale developments.
Build lasting client relationships and contribute to ERM’s growth in the southeastern market.
Mentor and develop junior consultants, shaping the next generation of environmental leaders.
What You’ll Bring
Required
BS/MS in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences. Or equivalent experience.
4–6 years of due diligence and permitting experience (7–10 years preferred).
Proven expertise in wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and species-specific surveys.
Strong knowledge of biological impact assessment and permitting practices.
Experience with federal, state, and local permitting in GA, NC, SC, and VA.
Excellent communication, writing, and client relationship skills.
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.
Commitment to safety and adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
Solar project experience.
Federally permitted bat biologist credentials.
Established reputation and technical expertise in the local marketplace.
Ability to influence and lead teams effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and provide technical expertise on wetland and Waters of the U.S. delineations, habitat assessments, and species-specific surveys.
Lead preparation of local, state, and federal permitting documents and ensure quality standards.
Oversee multiple projects within scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
Prepare technical proposals, scopes, and cost estimates; support business development efforts.
Collaborate with ERM practitioners on Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) projects.
Supervise and mentor junior and mid-level staff to build technical and leadership capabilities.
Maintain awareness of regional projects and staffing needs; assist in recruiting efforts.
Build strong collaborative relationships across ERM’s regional and national teams.
For theManaging Consultant, Impact Assessment and Permitting position, theanticipatedannual base pay is$94,990–$124,245(USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees arenot bonuseligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms ofadditionalcompensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
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.
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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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.
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