Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland

ERM • Minneapolis, MN

7d • $80,100 - $102,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is hiring a Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland, based in Minneapolis, to support responsible development while protecting wetland ecosystems. The role provides technical and strategic environmental consulting for high-profile, multi-state renewable energy and infrastructure projects, helping clients navigate environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance while balancing development with ecological stewardship.

The position leads wetland delineations and protected species assessments, prepares technical reports and regulatory documentation, develops compliance strategies, and contributes to environmental permitting and impact assessments. The consultant works with ERM Project Managers and technical leaders to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions and collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide strategic recommendations to clients.

The role requires frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area, with willingness to travel up to 75%. The anticipated annual base pay is $80,100–$102,400 USD. Actual pay depends on factors including education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. The role may be eligible for bonus pay at ERM’s discretion; casual and fixed-term/flex-force employees are not bonus eligible. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits.

Requirements

• Minnesota Wetland Professional Certification Program Certified Wetland Professional certification.
• Bachelor of Science in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or a related discipline with a minimum 3.0 GPA, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in environmental consulting or a related discipline.
• Wetland delineation experience using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements.
• Knowledge and skills in plant identification, soil sampling, hydric soils, and hydrology indicators.
• Strong data management and technical report writing capabilities.
• Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel to client locations.
• Willingness to travel up to 75%.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of dynamic, cross-functional teams.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of experience in environmental consulting or a related discipline is strongly preferred.
• Professional Wetland Certificate (nationwide).
• Assure Delineator certification (Wisconsin).
• Experience preparing NEPA environmental assessments, permitting, and compliance documentation.
• Familiarity with requirements from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and state and local agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations and protected species assessments for high-profile, multi-state projects.
• Conduct wetland delineations across Upper Midwest states using federal and regional protocols.
• Perform habitat assessments, environmental due diligence, and NEPA-related impact studies.
• Develop technical reports, regulatory documentation, and compliance strategies for renewable energy and infrastructure development.
• Prepare compliance management plans and multi-media permitting documents.
• Support project execution through field surveys, data analysis, literature review, and technical reporting.
• Influence environmental permitting outcomes and contribute to impact assessments that guide industry decisions.
• Partner with ERM Project Managers and technical leaders to develop innovative, fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic recommendations to clients.
• Meet quality, budget, and schedule expectations while contributing to ERM’s Impact Assessment team goals.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and floating holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• 401(k).
• Other applicable benefits for eligible employees.
• Potential eligibility for bonus pay, subject to ERM’s discretion and policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior