Technical Editor/Document Manager (Senior Level)

ERM is seeking an experienced technical editor/document manager to assist in developing, reviewing, and managing/coordinating content for large, multi-volume environmental reports. Candidates must have the ability to strategically format, revise, and manipulate Microsoft Word document templates; develop and maintain project-specific style and consistency guides; develop and maintain editing, senior/peer review, and tracking procedures; review and edit technical content; and work within project budget and schedule.

Position Expectations:

• Effectively work with Partners, project managers, technical staff, external clients, and other editors to review and edit large, complex reports
• Demonstrate self-initiative, positive team attitude, creativity, flexibility, and ability to successfully manage multiple deadline-driven project documents and other tasks simultaneously
• Possess basic understanding of U.S. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (or equivalent state standards), plain language, and Word–PDF conversion
• Possess excellent referencing and citation abilities for all possible sources (federal regulations, websites, technical reports, maps, journal articles, email correspondence, etc.); experience with citation management software a plus
• Possess familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style

Position Responsibilities—Impact Assessments and other Client Submittals:

• Edit complex technical reports in accordance with project standards; client requirements; and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance
• Oversee document development, production, and delivery process
• Develop and maintain checklists, punch lists, tracking sheets, and project folders or SharePoint structures
• Develop document templates based on client requirements (and government regulations, if necessary)
• Provide initial guidance during kick-off meetings to align team expectations, uphold version control, and establish consistency and quality expectations throughout the document development and production process
• Coordinate with ERM offices and team members worldwide to obtain required information/input
• When necessary, research and write non-technical sections of reports
• Coordinate with outside printing and translation companies, when necessary
• Develop, track, and maintain master reference lists and corresponding in-text citations
• Develop, track, and maintain master acronym lists
• Compile copies of source materials to include in administrative/project records
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Section 508 or equivalent state standards

Experience/Skills:

• 7+ years’ experience required, specifically in document management, editing, and writing/proofing; experience in environmental/engineering consulting industry preferred
• Ability to concentrate and work effectively under tight deadlines
• Experience in NEPA environmental impact statements/environmental assessments, U.S. Section 508 compliance or equivalent state standards, and administrative records strongly preferred
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the following software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat Pro; and SharePoint
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset, ability to multi-task, and enjoy fast-paced/changing responsibilities
• Effective task management, attention to detail, communication, organization, and follow-through
• Reference management software experience a plus
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in English, Journalism, or similar

For the Technical Editor/Document Manager position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $83,904 – $90,659 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 compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above.  This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

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 com