Managing Consultant, Scientist

ERM•Rolling Meadows, IL

1d•$92,500 - $124,300•Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist to join its global consulting firm in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role applies biological and ecological expertise to energy projects, including renewable energy and electric transmission, through environmental impact assessments, permitting, compliance, and ecological field studies. The consultant works closely with Project Managers and supports projects across sectors, clients, geographies, and services. The position provides senior biological leadership for environmental impact assessments and supports the planning, permitting, compliance, and delivery of power, oil and gas, renewable energy, electric transmission, and sustainability-related projects. The consultant collaborates with Project Managers, Partners-in-Charge, clients, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes. The position includes field work and may involve providing on-site environmental compliance support to clients. The anticipated annual base pay is $92,500–$124,300. Actual pay may vary based on education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. The role may be eligible for discretionary bonus pay, subject to ERM policies and procedures; casual and fixed-term/flex-force employees are not bonus eligible. The role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. ERM describes itself as a global sustainability consultancy that partners with organizations to address sustainability challenges and related environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues. It emphasizes a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and a comprehensive “boots to boardroom” service model. Eligible employees are offered benefits including paid time off, parental leave, insurance coverage, and a 401(k).

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, environmental studies, planning, a related natural resources science or natural history field, or equivalent experience.
4–6 years of consulting or applicable experience with capital project development, especially biological impact assessment.
Experience with federal, state, and local permitting.
Working knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
Demonstrated ability to manage project teams and delivery.
Proven client relationship skills.
Keen attention to detail and strong data management and organizational skills.
Ability to assess risk, anticipate issues, and make tactical and strategic decisions.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
Must not require immigration sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

Provide senior biological leadership on environmental impact assessments for power, oil and gas, renewable energy, and sustainability-related projects.
Prepare plans, permits, and reports for wetlands and threatened and endangered species consultations and surveys for renewable energy and associated electric transmission projects.
Perform environmental compliance assessments and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Conduct field work, including ecological field studies.
Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance as needed.
Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation.
Perform project tasks within scope, budget, and schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers in delivering exceptional client value on projects.