Principal Consultant, Impact Assessment and Permitting (Principal Level)

ERM is seeking an experienced and motivated Impact Assessment and Permitting professional to join our Capital Project Development consulting team to play a key role in growing our business in Chicagoland.  The ideal candidate will have experience with new and maintenance Midstream Energy projects, new commercial scale renewable energy projects, and electrical transmission projects. 

As a senior leader, you will be responsible for supporting a range of EHS projects to build a sustainable business locally, while networking with ERM's global technical teams to share best practices. This is an excellent career opportunity for a senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader in a partner track position, and make a significant impact in successfully implementing ERM's global strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for expanding ERM's environmental impact assessment and permitting teams and client base in the Midwestern US market by identifying and developing new opportunities, preparing effective technical proposals, and taking an active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. 
• Advise clients regarding their environmental compliance requirements and other strategic needs.
• Manage diverse ERM teams executing compliance and permitting project for clients performing maintenance and new capital projects in the energy industry.  
• Capitalize on existing client relationships to expand ERM’s profile and market share through a combination of excellence in technical delivery and business development.
• Manage and provide technical assistance on FERC licensing and on NEPA environmental assessment (EA) and environmental impact statement (EIS) projects and related activities in support of ERM clients’ development projects (e.g., onshore wind, offshore wind, solar and other renewable energy projects).
• Be client focused to deliver high quality work for their needs, and build and deepen client relationships to diversify and grow ERM’s portfolio of work.
• Lead the development and delivery of winning technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and help expand our growing capital project delivery projects and teams.
• Collaborate with other ERM practitioners to execute impact assessment and capital project permitting (ERM services broadly include baseline studies, environmental impact assessment, routing studies, land planning, and facility siting & permitting).
• Mentor junior level consulting staff to develop their skill sets.
• Support the general growth and development of ERM’s global sustainability business. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related natural resources science or natural history field of study.
• 6 years minimum experience required and 10+ years preferred.
• Understanding of varying federal, state, and local laws and permit requirements for the construction of energy projects.
• Working knowledge of pipeline, electric transmission line or other facility construction practices, in addition to health and safety requirements, wetland, threatened and endangered species, cultural and other environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, speak persuasively and develop rapport internally and externally.
• Deadline oriented and adaptable to diverse environments (i.e. construction work areas, inclement weather, etc.) with an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.
• Having established relationships with energy and/or power companies in the Midwestern US region will be an advantage.

For the Principal Consultant, Impact Assessment and Permitting position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $114,400 – $130,847 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.

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