Consulting Associate, Environmental Compliance

ERM•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Launch Your Environmental Consulting Career with Purpose Are you ready to build a career that protects the environment while shaping how organizations operate responsibly? At ERM, your work will make a real-world impact—right from day one. ERM is seeking a Consulting Associate, Environmental Compliance to join our growing Safe & Sustainable Operations (SSO) team in Houston, TX. This role is an exciting entry point into environmental consulting, offering hands-on experience across environmental compliance, EHS management systems, and auditing programs. You’ll work alongside industry-leading experts supporting complex projects for major Oil & Gas, Chemical, Technology, and Power clients—locally, nationally, and internationally. With access to ERM’s global technical network, you’ll benefit from knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and continuous learning as you grow your consulting career. Why This Role Matters Environmental compliance is foundational to safe, sustainable, and responsible operations. In this role, you’ll help clients meet regulatory requirements, reduce risk, and improve environmental performance—contributing directly to safer workplaces and a healthier environment. What Your Impact Is Support critical environmental compliance and EHS initiatives for large, complex organizations Help design and implement management systems that drive long-term operational excellence Serve as a trusted contributor on audits, assessments, and compliance assurance programs Build skills that position you for long-term growth within ERM’s global consulting practice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Or equivalent experience.
Recent graduate to 1 year of relevant experience
Ability and willingness to travel
Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Strong commitment to health and safety, including adherence to established safety protocols
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong organization and analytical abilities
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.
Ability to multi-task, remain flexible, work independently, and operate with minimal supervision
Local candidates preferred
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
Exposure to recording, analyzing, and writing detailed technical data and reports
EIT, ASP, CHMM, or similar certifications

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance on environmental compliance projects, management system development and implementation, compliance assurance, and auditing
Develop procedures, plans, permit applications, and technical reports
Assess regulatory compliance across multiple environmental programs and media
Conduct compliance audits and support follow-up corrective actions aligned with federal, state, and local regulations
Deliver on-site EHS compliance support at client facilities
Design and implement environmental and EHS management systems and programs
Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to successfully deliver client projects
Build and maintain collaborative client relationships that support repeat business
Work closely with ERM colleagues across teams and geographies