Partner, Transmission & Distribution

ERM•Sacramento, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is seeking a senior leader with deep transmission expertise and strong utility‑sector relationships to grow and elevate our electric transmission advisory business across the West and nationally. This is a Partner‑level opportunity to shape strategy, influence the market, and lead some of the most consequential infrastructure projects in the country. Transmission constraints are now one of the biggest barriers to the U.S. energy transition. Clients across the Western States and the broader U.S. need advisors who can navigate siting, routing, permitting, regulatory engagement, and stakeholder complexity at scale. ERM delivers more than $250M in power‑related projects annually, and we are expanding our leadership bench to meet accelerating market demand. This role positions you at the intersection of industry need and strategic influence—helping utilities, developers, and grid operators bring critical infrastructure online.

Requirements

15+ years in transmission siting/routing, environmental permitting, impact assessment, or regulatory strategy.
Strong relationships with utilities, developers, or transmission owners.
Experience in the Power market across several states, especially on the West Coast.
Demonstrated leadership delivering complex capital projects.
Commercial and business development acumen.

Nice To Haves

Background in grid modernization, long‑range transmission planning, or strategic advisory.

Responsibilities

Lead major electric transmission projects from concept through construction.
Guide regulatory strategy, and related approvals.
Expand ERM’s market influence with utilities, developers, and transmission owners.
Mentor and grow high-performing, multidisciplinary teams.
Advance ERM’s thought leadership in transmission siting, compliance, and grid modernization.
Build and deepen strategic client relationships that drive long-term growth.
Grow a portfolio of transmission clients aligned with ERM’s business strategy.
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑impact consulting services.
Generate multi-million‑dollar revenue through siting, NEPA/EA/EIS, routing, permitting, and compliance work.
Contribute to ERM’s North America leadership team and strategic agenda.
Champion ERM’s technical excellence and thought leadership in the power sector.