Partner, Energy & Renewables (Director Level)

At ERM we are shaping a sustainable future with the world's leading organizations, including working as a partner with some of the leading energy sector companies across the lifecycle of the traditional and renewable power generation and delivery assets. ERM supports every stage of the business/asset lifecycle, including identifying and assessing sites and securing permits for new renewable and conventional power generation, transmission line development, transmission grid infrastructure, and other related capital project programs.

Our focus is to expand our team to further strengthen ERM’s ability to create and implement innovative solutions that translate to measurable business value for our clients. To support this focus, ERM has a Partner, Energy & Renewables opportunity available for an established leader who combines strong consulting and client service skills with a solid technical foundation, and a track record of leading high performing teams to sell and deliver world-class services.

The preferred location for this opportunity is Richmond, Virginia. However, this can be a remote opportunity for a strong candidate based in other cities in Virginia or in Washington D.C., Maryland or North Carolina. In addition, relocation assistance will be provided if our selected candidate is based outside of the Richmond, VA area, but would like to relocate for this opportunity.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

 This is a Partner-level role for a Principal/Director/VP-level professional looking to further their career with an equity stake in a global business-minded consulting firm. A career as an ERM Partner is unique and our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision, and proven expertise, providing: 

• Meaningful equity ownership with significant financial rewards.
• The opportunity to contribute significantly to key decisions, including the overall strategic direction of our organization.
• The ability to provide “thought leadership” on a wide range of technical and business issues affecting our core markets.
• A platform to leverage ERM’s market position and reach with your established relationships to further drive our growth.

ROLE PROFILE:

 The focus areas for the Partner, Energy & Renewables role will be to: 

• Lead and mentor a team that will support and assist with Low Carbon Economy Transition (LCET) projects in Virginia and across the United States including: Grid Transformation, Decarbonization, Hydrogen, Onshore and Offshore Wind, Solar, and associated infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to leadership and management of project execution activities in support of ERM clients’ power projects, including overseeing consulting engagements in the areas of impact assessment, technical discipline-specific consulting, and/or permitting and compliance.
• Foster, expand, and leverage a network of excellent client relationships with a focused set of energy sector companies (including regulated utilities) consistent with our growth strategy and trajectory.
• Develop new client relationships and expand existing relationships by delivering strategic consulting advice, excellent value, and quality service.
• Maintain a working knowledge of industry business cycles and prioritize sales efforts toward high potential, top opportunities.
• Drive innovation within the sector to stay ahead of client needs and to differentiate ERM in the market. 
• Meet business health & safety performance standards, financial targets, overall project budgets and schedules, client satisfaction/expectations, and internal risk management and contractual requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in either a consulting environment or working substantially with the Power/Renewables Sector, including substantial experience with renewable generation, transmission, and distribution markets in North America, with experience in Virginia preferred.
• Recognized technical expertise an