Senior Consultant, EHS Compliance

ERM•St. Louis, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At ERM, as a Senior Consultant, EHS Compliance, based in Indianapolis, Indiana or St. Louis, Missouri, you’ll tackle complex regulatory challenges, work on high-profile projects for global clients, and continue expanding your technical depth alongside some of the industry’s leading experts. You’ll play a key role in helping organizations navigate environmental, health, and safety requirements while advancing sustainable practices. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers and Partners across a range of projects including EHS compliance, sustainability, site investigation and remediation, environmental impact assessment, and due diligence. ERM’s collaborative culture and access to national EHS experts create an environment where knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and career growth are part of your day-to-day experience. Your work will directly support safer operations, stronger compliance, and more sustainable outcomes for clients. From fieldwork to reporting and client engagement, you’ll contribute to delivering high-quality solutions that address real-world environmental challenges.

Requirements

BS in engineering, environmental science or environmental science-related field (e.g., geology) occupational health and safety, or related discipline.
Minimum 3.25 GPA or equivalent experience
2+ years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships
Strong commitment to safety, and ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and in challenging terrain
Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking and trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills
Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills
Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports, and building tables and spreadsheets (including tabulation and manipulation of data)
Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant: team player, eagerness to learn and grow.
Self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality
Highly organized with keen eye for detail, but with the ability to maintain the big picture
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle
Ability to maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently
Ability to pass pre-hire background check and drug test

Nice To Haves

Masters a plus
Masters degree in a related field
Prior consulting experience supporting EHS compliance or environmental projects
Experience supporting multi-site or complex regulatory environments
Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance, sustainability, site investigation and remediation, and due diligence transaction projects
Prepare plans, permits, and reports for hazardous waste, air quality, hazardous material management, oil spill prevention and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) storm water and wastewater programs
Perform environmental compliance assessments and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Provide general EHS compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance as needed
Perform Phase I environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions
Conduct fieldwork, including sampling, ecological field studies, drilling, well installation, remedial pilot tests, construction oversight, and remedial system operation and maintenance
Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation
Perform multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and with high quality standards on project deliverables