ERM
Principal Consultant, Electric Transmission Routing and Siting
ERM, Rochester, New York, United States
Principal Consultant, Electric Transmission Routing and Siting
ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant, Electric Transmission Routing and Siting to support our growing power sector business in the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes U.S. Regions. The successful candidate will have proven success as a project manager on new-build electric transmission projects; managing staff in a project setting; assessing existing environmental conditions and predicting impacts; comparing alternatives; and preparing reports. Strong technical writing and communication skills are required. Experience with transmission line routing/siting and permitting. As a project manager, you will contribute your consulting and management skills to support the growth of ERM’s business and client base in the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes U.S. Regions, while networking with ERM's global impact assessment team and other technical experts. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid- to senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader. Responsibilities
Direct routing and siting studies, conduct analyses, and oversee the preparation of reports for new-build electric transmission projects with complex technical/regulatory issues. Oversee multiple projects consistent with each client’s scope, budget, and schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on deliverables. Delegate assignments to subject matter experts and mentor junior staff. Prepare written expert witness testimony for evidentiary hearings and provide oral testimony at such hearings when required. Participate in agency meetings and public open houses, both in-person and online. Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads. Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees. Requirements
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Land Use Planning, Cultural Resources, or related disciplines; or equivalency of 2 years’ experience per year of education. 6+ years consulting or industry experience working with power clients on complex projects. Previous experience managing and supporting the routing and siting of electric transmission projects, particularly in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region. Excellent writing, communication, strategic/critical thinking, and people skills. High degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of transmission line siting and construction best practices, with a solid grasp of key impact assessment issues (e.g., wetlands, protected species, visual resources, cultural resources). Well-developed team-building and influencing skills, high integrity, and the experience to effectively address client and business needs and challenges. A positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company. Travel up to 15 percent of the time. For this position, the annual base pay is $104,236 - $137,540 (USD) plus potential bonus pay. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits for eligible employees. To apply, visit https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. ERM does not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability.
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ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant, Electric Transmission Routing and Siting to support our growing power sector business in the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes U.S. Regions. The successful candidate will have proven success as a project manager on new-build electric transmission projects; managing staff in a project setting; assessing existing environmental conditions and predicting impacts; comparing alternatives; and preparing reports. Strong technical writing and communication skills are required. Experience with transmission line routing/siting and permitting. As a project manager, you will contribute your consulting and management skills to support the growth of ERM’s business and client base in the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes U.S. Regions, while networking with ERM's global impact assessment team and other technical experts. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid- to senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader. Responsibilities
Direct routing and siting studies, conduct analyses, and oversee the preparation of reports for new-build electric transmission projects with complex technical/regulatory issues. Oversee multiple projects consistent with each client’s scope, budget, and schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on deliverables. Delegate assignments to subject matter experts and mentor junior staff. Prepare written expert witness testimony for evidentiary hearings and provide oral testimony at such hearings when required. Participate in agency meetings and public open houses, both in-person and online. Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads. Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees. Requirements
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Land Use Planning, Cultural Resources, or related disciplines; or equivalency of 2 years’ experience per year of education. 6+ years consulting or industry experience working with power clients on complex projects. Previous experience managing and supporting the routing and siting of electric transmission projects, particularly in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region. Excellent writing, communication, strategic/critical thinking, and people skills. High degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of transmission line siting and construction best practices, with a solid grasp of key impact assessment issues (e.g., wetlands, protected species, visual resources, cultural resources). Well-developed team-building and influencing skills, high integrity, and the experience to effectively address client and business needs and challenges. A positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company. Travel up to 15 percent of the time. For this position, the annual base pay is $104,236 - $137,540 (USD) plus potential bonus pay. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits for eligible employees. To apply, visit https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. ERM does not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability.
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