Consulting Partner, AI Infrastructure & Data Centers

ERM•Houston, TX

About The Position

Join ERM as a Strategic Partner Driving the Future of AI Infrastructure and Data Centers Are you ready to shape the future of digital infrastructure and sustainability at the highest level? At ERM , we’re not just consulting—we’re leading the transformation of how the world’s most influential organizations plan, build, and operate AI infrastructure and data centers. This is your opportunity to join a global force for change, where your expertise will directly impact the next generation of technology and energy development. Why This Role Matters As a Partner at ERM, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, helping clients navigate the complex intersection of sustainability, technology, and infrastructure. With AI and data center development accelerating across North America, your leadership will ensure these projects are not only successful but also socially and environmentally responsible. This role is pivotal in expanding ERM’s influence in the AI infrastructure space, particularly within the Power and Oil & Gas sectors. What Your Impact Is Lead strategic engagements with top-tier AI and data center clients across the U.S. and Canada. Drive sustainability and performance across the full facility lifecycle—from site selection to operations. Deliver measurable business value by integrating environmental, social, health, and cultural considerations into project planning. Influence ERM’s growth trajectory through thought leadership, innovation, and client success. What You'll Bring Required BS/MS in environmental planning, science, biology, engineering, or a related field. Proven leadership in management consulting with 15+ years of experience, including substantial work with AI infrastructure and data center clients. A strong track record of multi-million-dollar annual sales and program delivery. Deep industry knowledge and existing relationships that can be leveraged for growth. Strategic business acumen and the ability to identify enterprise-wide solutions for complex client challenges. Preferred Experience working across the Power and Oil & Gas sectors. Familiarity with permitting, stakeholder engagement, and lifecycle sustainability strategies. A visionary mindset with the ability to anticipate market shifts and client needs. Key Responsibilities Serve as a client-facing Partner, leading ERM’s consulting services for AI infrastructure and data center clients. Collaborate with regional service and industry leaders to develop and execute go-to-market strategies. Build and expand client relationships through strategic consulting and high-impact delivery. Prioritize and pursue high-potential opportunities aligned with ERM’s growth goals. Champion innovation and thought leadership to differentiate ERM in the market. Contribute to ERM’s strategic direction and enjoy meaningful equity ownership as part of our partnership model. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, 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. At ERM 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. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited 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. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-BB1 #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

BS/MS in environmental planning, science, biology, engineering, or a related field.
Proven leadership in management consulting with 15+ years of experience, including substantial work with AI infrastructure and data center clients.
A strong track record of multi-million-dollar annual sales and program delivery.
Deep industry knowledge and existing relationships that can be leveraged for growth.
Strategic business acumen and the ability to identify enterprise-wide solutions for complex client challenges.

Nice To Haves

Experience working across the Power and Oil & Gas sectors.
Familiarity with permitting, stakeholder engagement, and lifecycle sustainability strategies.
A visionary mindset with the ability to anticipate market shifts and client needs.

Responsibilities

Serve as a client-facing Partner, leading ERM’s consulting services for AI infrastructure and data center clients.
Collaborate with regional service and industry leaders to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
Build and expand client relationships through strategic consulting and high-impact delivery.
Prioritize and pursue high-potential opportunities aligned with ERM’s growth goals.
Champion innovation and thought leadership to differentiate ERM in the market.
Contribute to ERM’s strategic direction and enjoy meaningful equity ownership as part of our partnership model.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume