Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineering

ERM•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kick‑start your environmental engineering career on projects that make a real-world difference. At ERM, early career professionals don’t just observe impactful work—they help shape it. We’re looking for a motivated, detail‑oriented Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineering to join our growing team in Philadelphia (Malvern), PA. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, and partners on complex remediation projects across the Mid‑Atlantic, the U.S., and selected global locations. From design through construction and field execution, this position offers hands-on exposure to technically challenging work that supports safer, more sustainable outcomes for industrial and global clients. Why This Role Matters? Environmental remediation is critical to protecting communities, ecosystems, and future development. This role directly supports ERM’s mission to deliver innovative, science‑based solutions at complex contaminated sites. As a Consulting Associate, your contributions help translate engineering concepts into practical, client-ready solutions—bridging design, fieldwork, and collaboration across disciplines. What Your Impact Is: Support the design and execution of remediation systems for groundwater, sediment, soil, and vapor at active and inactive sites Apply in‑situ and ex‑situ remediation technologies, from emerging approaches to traditional treatment systems Contribute to technically rigorous projects for large industrial and global clients, gaining exposure across project lifecycles Build a strong foundation in consulting, field execution, and client interaction early in your career

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Or 8 years of equivalent experience in lieu of education
Recent graduate to 2 years of relevant experience
Willingness and ability to travel (~75% regional travel with multiple overnight stays; ~25% office work)
Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently and multitask
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Detail‑oriented and thorough approach to work
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 and willingness to travel
Local candidates preferred
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline
Environmental fieldwork experience
40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
Understanding of civil/geotechnical engineering design, including: Geosynthetics, Stormwater management design, Roadway design, Erosion and sediment control design, Grading and landfill closure design
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and earthworks computations

Responsibilities

Assist with engineering design for process and civil remediation projects involving contaminated soil and groundwater
Evaluate remedial technologies for applicability at site‑specific conditions
Support remediation construction design, including: Design calculations and drawings, Remediation and construction bid packages, Engineering cost estimates and technical specifications Support plans
Provide field support during construction oversight and deliver Construction Quality Assurance (CQA)
Perform monitoring, operation, and maintenance of: Groundwater remediation systems, Soil vapor extraction systems, Sub‑slab depressurization systems, Other remediation technologies
Conduct fieldwork such as remedial pilot tests, quality assurance activities, and construction oversight
Provide office and field oversight of contractors, subcontractors, and construction inspectors
Manage work within defined quality, budget, schedule, and scope expectations
Communicate with clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and site contacts
Collaborate with ERM offices worldwide to support proposal development and project coordination

Benefits

Sustainability is our business
We partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
We know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.
We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients.
Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues.
We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes.
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, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
All personal information will be kept confidential and in compliance with data protection laws.
We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists.
We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth.
At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.