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Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power
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ERM . ERM is seeking a
Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power
overseeing Impact Assessment, Planning and Permitting for renewable energy facilities throughout the
Midwest . This role will manage environmental studies and permitting for various power facilities and other major capital development projects, including solar development, battery energy storage system development, technology infrastructure and energy transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have multiple years of project management experience in the power and/or technology sector along with technical expertise leading environmental, local, state, and federal level permitting for large-scale capital projects. Experience developing permits and permitting strategies for renewable projects to support local land use permitting processes is preferred. This includes securing Conditional or Special Use Permits, understanding local municipality and county requirements (e.g., buffer widths, vegetative screening, noise analyses, project design, water quality monitoring, and local storm water review criteria), analyzing variances, and working with developers to optimize layouts based on local permitting requirements. As part of ERM’s planning team you will be leading consulting on a range of environmental, social, and health impact assessment projects to build a sustainable business regionally and nationally, while networking with ERM's global technical teams to share best practices across the industry. This position will focus on environmental impact assessment and federal, state, and local permitting to facilitate the development, construction, and operation of commercial-scale energy facilities and support the low carbon economy transition in the U.S. Our portfolio is fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse. The role requires the ability to work independently and to lead teams of subject matter experts, managing varying priorities and multiple tasks to meet deadlines on multiple projects. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a global environmental leader. Responsibilities
Manage and perform complex local permitting and compliance efforts for renewable energy and tech sector development projects. Lead the preparation of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance, or decommissioning, focusing on local permitting. Oversee delivery activities such as report writing, data collection, literature review, and client recommendations. Prepare discipline-specific reports (e.g., biological, cultural, noise, decommissioning plans, landscape plans, stakeholder engagement plans), engineering plan sets (up to 30% designs), permitting documents, and state-level environmental reviews; serve as project manager, task manager, technical expert, and QA/QC of deliverables. Contribute technical, subject matter, or project management expertise on permitting strategies, due diligence, environmental assessments, deliverables, and quality control. Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and leads; help expand renewable projects and the team. Manage quality, budget, schedule, and scope-specific assignments; day-to-day project management responsibility. Interface with clients by leading calls, attending meetings, and providing insights to optimize project implementation. Collaborate with ERM practitioners to execute impact assessment and capital project permitting as part of ERM’s offerings. Expand ERM’s profile and market share through existing client relationships by delivering high-quality, reliable service. Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources field; or 8+ years of equivalent experience. 8+ years of project management, licensing and permitting experience, including strong project experience in power. Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, including local permit applications and documents for renewable energy projects. Experience assisting clients in obtaining multi-media permits and approvals for new or expanded facilities. Experience coordinating desktop and online studies or research on natural resources or planning topics; GIS, map interpretation (e.g., National Wetland Inventory, USGS); aerial photography. Ability to research and prepare concise technical documents and present findings to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and analytical skills; experience documenting technical data and reports. Ability to multi-task, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to mentor and develop team members; strong interpersonal and collaborative skills in a fast-paced environment. Driver's license required: ability to travel to client locations across a large geographical area (approximately 25%). Compensation: For the Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power position, the anticipated base pay is
$115,500 - $148,700
(USD). Final pay is based on education, qualifications, experience, location, performance, and business needs. Bonus eligibility may apply where applicable. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits where eligible. Some benefits may not apply to casual or part-time roles. How to apply: You can apply for this role through
ERM Careers
or via the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Note: This description contains ERM’s general terms and does not guarantee compensation unless earned, vested and determinable. ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected characteristics. Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industries : Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas 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, veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power
role at
ERM . ERM is seeking a
Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power
overseeing Impact Assessment, Planning and Permitting for renewable energy facilities throughout the
Midwest . This role will manage environmental studies and permitting for various power facilities and other major capital development projects, including solar development, battery energy storage system development, technology infrastructure and energy transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have multiple years of project management experience in the power and/or technology sector along with technical expertise leading environmental, local, state, and federal level permitting for large-scale capital projects. Experience developing permits and permitting strategies for renewable projects to support local land use permitting processes is preferred. This includes securing Conditional or Special Use Permits, understanding local municipality and county requirements (e.g., buffer widths, vegetative screening, noise analyses, project design, water quality monitoring, and local storm water review criteria), analyzing variances, and working with developers to optimize layouts based on local permitting requirements. As part of ERM’s planning team you will be leading consulting on a range of environmental, social, and health impact assessment projects to build a sustainable business regionally and nationally, while networking with ERM's global technical teams to share best practices across the industry. This position will focus on environmental impact assessment and federal, state, and local permitting to facilitate the development, construction, and operation of commercial-scale energy facilities and support the low carbon economy transition in the U.S. Our portfolio is fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse. The role requires the ability to work independently and to lead teams of subject matter experts, managing varying priorities and multiple tasks to meet deadlines on multiple projects. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a global environmental leader. Responsibilities
Manage and perform complex local permitting and compliance efforts for renewable energy and tech sector development projects. Lead the preparation of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance, or decommissioning, focusing on local permitting. Oversee delivery activities such as report writing, data collection, literature review, and client recommendations. Prepare discipline-specific reports (e.g., biological, cultural, noise, decommissioning plans, landscape plans, stakeholder engagement plans), engineering plan sets (up to 30% designs), permitting documents, and state-level environmental reviews; serve as project manager, task manager, technical expert, and QA/QC of deliverables. Contribute technical, subject matter, or project management expertise on permitting strategies, due diligence, environmental assessments, deliverables, and quality control. Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and leads; help expand renewable projects and the team. Manage quality, budget, schedule, and scope-specific assignments; day-to-day project management responsibility. Interface with clients by leading calls, attending meetings, and providing insights to optimize project implementation. Collaborate with ERM practitioners to execute impact assessment and capital project permitting as part of ERM’s offerings. Expand ERM’s profile and market share through existing client relationships by delivering high-quality, reliable service. Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or related natural resources field; or 8+ years of equivalent experience. 8+ years of project management, licensing and permitting experience, including strong project experience in power. Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, including local permit applications and documents for renewable energy projects. Experience assisting clients in obtaining multi-media permits and approvals for new or expanded facilities. Experience coordinating desktop and online studies or research on natural resources or planning topics; GIS, map interpretation (e.g., National Wetland Inventory, USGS); aerial photography. Ability to research and prepare concise technical documents and present findings to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and analytical skills; experience documenting technical data and reports. Ability to multi-task, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to mentor and develop team members; strong interpersonal and collaborative skills in a fast-paced environment. Driver's license required: ability to travel to client locations across a large geographical area (approximately 25%). Compensation: For the Principal Consultant, Renewable Energy/Power position, the anticipated base pay is
$115,500 - $148,700
(USD). Final pay is based on education, qualifications, experience, location, performance, and business needs. Bonus eligibility may apply where applicable. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits where eligible. Some benefits may not apply to casual or part-time roles. How to apply: You can apply for this role through
ERM Careers
or via the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Note: This description contains ERM’s general terms and does not guarantee compensation unless earned, vested and determinable. ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected characteristics. Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industries : Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas 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, veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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