Auditor (Certification and Verification services)

ERM•Portland, OR

27d•Remote

About The Position

ERM Certification & Verification Services (CVS) is one of the fastest‑growing teams within ERM Group, delivering world‑class certification, assurance, validation, verification, and audit services across a wide range of industries. As a Lead Auditor, you won’t just assess systems—you’ll help shape how organizations manage safety, sustainability, quality, and environmental performance worldwide. This role places you at the center of ESG, sustainability, and accredited audits, working with global organizations driving real change.

Requirements

Graduate-level qualification OR professional education in Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, or a related discipline.
5+ years of professional experience in operational roles, management system development, system assessment, or performance reporting for EHS objectives.
Experience in at least one of the following sectors: Oil & Gas (upstream and downstream), Mining & Minerals (IRMA, ASI, CopperMark; open pit or subterranean), Data Centers (energy use, EHS systems), Manufacturing/Fabrication (e.g., pharma, metals, transportation, machinery, household goods).
Training or understanding of at least two management system standards: ISO 9001, 14001, 22301, 27001, 45001, or 50001.
Working knowledge of ISO 17021 and ISO 17029 requirements.
Understanding of U.S. or broader Americas EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, and sector-specific requirements).
Strong organizational skills with a track record of delivering audits on time.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills across cultures and organizational levels.
Ability to produce clear, concise audit reports and present findings effectively.
Experience coaching others in audit delivery.
Fluency in English, with strong written and spoken communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Additional languages (Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese).
Broader cross-sector audit experience in complex or high-risk operations.
Experience contributing to the development of audit processes or competency frameworks.

Responsibilities

Lead accredited audits and assessments that help organizations meet global EHS, quality, and sustainability standards.
Influence clients’ environmental and operational performance through high‑quality insights, reporting, and risk identification.
Partner with industry leaders across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Mining, Manufacturing, Technology, Pharmaceuticals, and Data Centers.
Strengthen ERM CVS service delivery by sharing knowledge, coaching peers, and contributing to internal best practices.
Support business growth by identifying opportunities to expand client relationships and service offerings.
Lead accredited audits in accordance with ERM CVS procedures, standards, and quality expectations.
Prepare high‑quality audit reports and determine assessment conclusions that support client performance improvement.
Share knowledge and contribute to the development of ERM CVS methodologies, competencies, and internal guidance.
Identify and support business development opportunities with ERM CVS Partners and client teams.
Represent ERM professionally in client interactions, maintaining trust and credibility at all organizational levels.

Benefits

Sustainability is our business
World's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability
Unparalleled expertise across business and finance
Partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale
Unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities
Diverse global team of experts
Works with the world’s leading organizations
Helps clients set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy
More than 50 years of experience
Ability to integrate sustainability solutions
Depth and breadth of technical knowledge
Trusted advisor
Potential to create value for clients through an integrated approach to sustainability
Passionate about client service
Helps clients operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives
Advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in The Decade of Action
Globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent
Boots to boardroom leader
Recruits exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability
Nurtures them to even greater success as specialists
Prepares consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions
Opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth
Effort pays off
Career defining work
Leaves a positive imprint on our planet