ERM
Principal Technical Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renew
ERM, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Overview
Principal Technical Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables Base pay range: $106,480.00/yr - $148,700.00/yr As part of the continued growth and innovation of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service offering, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced biologist/regulatory specialist to join our global consulting firm in this role. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting and leading environmental permitting efforts with California utility companies along with technical expertise leading natural resource permitting, CEQA/NEPA, and large-scale capital projects in California. This role offers significant career growth opportunities, including potential path to partnership after the first year, leadership development, and growth opportunities in Account Management and people leadership. ERM’s Capital Project Delivery (CPD) team focuses on supporting development of projects in the power, technology, telecommunications, mining, chemical, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Our goal is to help clients achieve project success from planning through construction and operation, while meeting expectations for assessment and management of environmental, social, health, and cultural resources. CPD aims to help clients meet environmental/social performance objectives, enable savings in capital and operating costs, and avoid significant delays. ERM’s CPD service offering has been ERM’s highest growth area globally, with continued expansion. You will be part of a global technical community with a broad range of disciplines and sector experience, contributing to challenging development projects and client engagement. For this Senior level position, annual base pay is expected to be within the range above. Compensation may be outside the range based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, location, performance, travel, and business needs. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus. This role may offer growth opportunities in leadership and practice development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits to eligible employees. To apply, please submit your resume and brief cover letter through ERM's careers portal. Note: No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned and determinable; bonuses and other compensation are at the company’s discretion and subject to change. The content below is provided for informational purposes and may be modified at the company’s sole discretion, in accordance with applicable law. Who We Are: ERM is the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy. We partner with leading organizations to create solutions to sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities. We value diversity and inclusion as essential to delivering better solutions for our clients. ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. Responsibilities
Serve as Project Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for environmental impact assessment under CEQA- and NEPA-related activities and natural resource permitting in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (e.g., data centers, power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects). Contribute to preparing technical studies and impact assessment documents, including Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Biological Constraints Reports, serving in roles from program manager to lead technical expert to QA/QC. Lead programs to develop permit strategies, specify best management practices; prepare permit applications and negotiate conditions with applicable state and federal agencies. Direct permitting and compliance for telecom, energy infrastructure and other linear development projects, with emphasis on permits and consultations with US Army Corps of Engineers, California Coastal Commission, USFWS, CDFW, and RWQCBs. Collaborate with account teams to expand ERM’s services, shaping client engagement and delivering the full spectrum of ERM’s consulting services in electric/gas transmission and generation siting/development markets. Provide business value through strategic selling within client organizations and help raise ERM’s profile to identify client needs for ERM services. Participate in growing and developing a high-performance team, mentoring staff consultants, identifying emerging talent, and expanding responsibilities for rising professionals. Work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment to build ERM’s global business and lead client/practice teams; drive innovation in Impact Assessment and Planning to differentiate ERM in the market. Meet health & safety standards, financial targets, project budgets/schedules, client satisfaction, and internal risk management requirements. Requirements
BS/MS in biology, environmental science or related field. 6+ years of consulting experience, including substantial experience with electric/gas transmission and generation markets in California. Business acumen to understand risks and opportunities to provide enterprise-wide solutions. Track record in delivering multi-million dollar environmental programs or winning large projects. Established relationships with California utility companies (e.g., PG&E, SCE, Sempra) to leverage opportunities. Ability to cultivate new client relationships with Bay Area technology, media, and telecommunications clients. Solid understanding of CEQA/NEPA impact assessment and related best practices in California’s energy markets. Recognized technical expertise with a reputation among regulators relevant to CEQA approvals. Strong people leadership skills and experience managing a team of direct and indirect reports. Positive, collaborative attitude with a focus on ERM’s success as a global company. Note: Pay ranges and bonus eligibility details are provided for informational purposes and subject to change as per company policy. Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas
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Principal Technical Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables Base pay range: $106,480.00/yr - $148,700.00/yr As part of the continued growth and innovation of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service offering, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced biologist/regulatory specialist to join our global consulting firm in this role. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting and leading environmental permitting efforts with California utility companies along with technical expertise leading natural resource permitting, CEQA/NEPA, and large-scale capital projects in California. This role offers significant career growth opportunities, including potential path to partnership after the first year, leadership development, and growth opportunities in Account Management and people leadership. ERM’s Capital Project Delivery (CPD) team focuses on supporting development of projects in the power, technology, telecommunications, mining, chemical, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Our goal is to help clients achieve project success from planning through construction and operation, while meeting expectations for assessment and management of environmental, social, health, and cultural resources. CPD aims to help clients meet environmental/social performance objectives, enable savings in capital and operating costs, and avoid significant delays. ERM’s CPD service offering has been ERM’s highest growth area globally, with continued expansion. You will be part of a global technical community with a broad range of disciplines and sector experience, contributing to challenging development projects and client engagement. For this Senior level position, annual base pay is expected to be within the range above. Compensation may be outside the range based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, location, performance, travel, and business needs. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus. This role may offer growth opportunities in leadership and practice development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits to eligible employees. To apply, please submit your resume and brief cover letter through ERM's careers portal. Note: No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned and determinable; bonuses and other compensation are at the company’s discretion and subject to change. The content below is provided for informational purposes and may be modified at the company’s sole discretion, in accordance with applicable law. Who We Are: ERM is the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy. We partner with leading organizations to create solutions to sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities. We value diversity and inclusion as essential to delivering better solutions for our clients. ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. Responsibilities
Serve as Project Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for environmental impact assessment under CEQA- and NEPA-related activities and natural resource permitting in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (e.g., data centers, power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects). Contribute to preparing technical studies and impact assessment documents, including Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Biological Constraints Reports, serving in roles from program manager to lead technical expert to QA/QC. Lead programs to develop permit strategies, specify best management practices; prepare permit applications and negotiate conditions with applicable state and federal agencies. Direct permitting and compliance for telecom, energy infrastructure and other linear development projects, with emphasis on permits and consultations with US Army Corps of Engineers, California Coastal Commission, USFWS, CDFW, and RWQCBs. Collaborate with account teams to expand ERM’s services, shaping client engagement and delivering the full spectrum of ERM’s consulting services in electric/gas transmission and generation siting/development markets. Provide business value through strategic selling within client organizations and help raise ERM’s profile to identify client needs for ERM services. Participate in growing and developing a high-performance team, mentoring staff consultants, identifying emerging talent, and expanding responsibilities for rising professionals. Work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment to build ERM’s global business and lead client/practice teams; drive innovation in Impact Assessment and Planning to differentiate ERM in the market. Meet health & safety standards, financial targets, project budgets/schedules, client satisfaction, and internal risk management requirements. Requirements
BS/MS in biology, environmental science or related field. 6+ years of consulting experience, including substantial experience with electric/gas transmission and generation markets in California. Business acumen to understand risks and opportunities to provide enterprise-wide solutions. Track record in delivering multi-million dollar environmental programs or winning large projects. Established relationships with California utility companies (e.g., PG&E, SCE, Sempra) to leverage opportunities. Ability to cultivate new client relationships with Bay Area technology, media, and telecommunications clients. Solid understanding of CEQA/NEPA impact assessment and related best practices in California’s energy markets. Recognized technical expertise with a reputation among regulators relevant to CEQA approvals. Strong people leadership skills and experience managing a team of direct and indirect reports. Positive, collaborative attitude with a focus on ERM’s success as a global company. Note: Pay ranges and bonus eligibility details are provided for informational purposes and subject to change as per company policy. Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas
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