Ready to lead transformative energy projects that shape the future of sustainable development? At ERM, we’re looking for a strategic thinker and hands-on leader to guide complex environmental permitting initiatives for some of North America’s most impactful energy projects. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a measurable difference in the energy transition, this role is for you.
Why This Role Matters
Energy infrastructure is evolving rapidly, and environmental compliance is critical to its success. As a Managing Consultant, Environmental Permitting in our Denver, Colorado office, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring projects meet regulatory standards while advancing innovation in oil & gas, electric transmission, and renewable energy. Your leadership will help clients navigate complex permitting landscapes and deliver projects that balance progress with environmental stewardship.
What Your Impact Is
Drive environmental permitting strategies for major energy projects across North America.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
Mentor emerging talent and shape the next generation of environmental consultants.
What You’ll Bring
Required:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil/environmental engineering, or related field.
4+ years of experience in environmental impact assessment, siting, and permitting for energy projects.
Strong knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and state siting regulations.
Proven ability to manage complex projects and teams in a consulting environment.
Excellent technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and GIS tools.
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 working with regulatory agencies in the U.S. Southwest (CO, NM, UT, NV, TX).
Familiarity with AI tools for environmental analysis.
Business development experience, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Manage multi-site projects from planning through execution, ensuring scope, budget, and timelines are met.
Prepare and review siting and permit applications for federal, state, and local authorities.
Develop environmental plans (erosion control, stormwater, spill prevention, restoration).
Lead agency and stakeholder engagement to secure approvals and maintain compliance.
Oversee quality assurance and risk management for all deliverables.
Collaborate with ERM teams on impact assessments, routing studies, and facility siting.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to their technical and consulting growth.
Support business development through proposals and client relationship building.
For the Managing Consultant, Environmental Permitting position, the anticipated annual base pay is $80,800 – $118,233 (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 are not bonus eligible).
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 of additional compensation 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.
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Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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