Senior Consultant, Scientist

ERM•Boston, MA

4d•$80,100 - $102,400•Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is seeking a motivated Senior Consultant, Scientist to join our global consulting firm in Boston, MA. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers on environmental projects across the energy industry, including renewable energy and electric transmission, while building broad consulting experience across sectors, clients, geographies, and services. As a consultant at ERM, you will have opportunities to contribute to projects that address environmental compliance, ecological considerations, permitting, renewable energy, and sustainability. ERM's collaborative culture encourages knowledge sharing, best practices, and ongoing learning, allowing you to build an individualized career path. You will provide technical and field support for environmental projects, help clients meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and contribute to high-quality project deliverables. Your work will support ERM Project Managers and Partners-in-Charge in delivering exceptional value to clients.

Requirements

BS in biology, environmental studies, or related science degree, 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 and organizational/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension.
Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Local candidates preferred.

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/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to deliver exceptional client value on projects.