Senior Consultant, Scientist
About The Position
ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Scientist to support environmental projects in the energy industry, including renewable energy and electric transmission. The role is based in Boston, Massachusetts, or Hartford, Connecticut, and involves working closely with Project Managers and supporting Partners-in-Charge. The consultant will provide technical and field support, help clients meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and contribute to high-quality project deliverables. The work spans environmental compliance, ecological considerations, permitting, renewable energy, and sustainability, with opportunities to build consulting experience across sectors, clients, geographies, and services. The position requires frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area and a valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle. The role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Local candidates are preferred. ERM offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package and the position may be eligible for discretionary bonus pay.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in biology, environmental studies, or a related science field, or equivalent experience.
- 3 to 4 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension.
- Detail-oriented, with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle.
- Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Local candidates preferred.
- Experience recording and writing detailed technical data and reports.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance on environmental impact assessments and renewable energy and sustainability-related projects.
- Prepare plans, permits, and reports for wetlands, storm water, NPDES, and wastewater programs 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.
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 discretionary bonus pay; eligibility is subject to ERM's discretion, policies, and procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
