Principal Consultant, Safety, Environmental & Governance - Mining

If you're a seasoned consultant who thrives at the intersection of strategic advisory, environmental governance, and industry transformation-especially across the mining and metals value chain-this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of responsible supply chains while influencing clients at the highest levels.

Why This Role Matters

Mining and metals companies face unprecedented shifts-from global sustainability pressures to emerging responsible sourcing standards. ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant, Safety, Environmental & Governance - Mining in either Salt Lake City, Denver, Reno or Elko, who will help industry‑leading clients navigate these forces with clarity, strategy, and confidence. Your expertise will guide organizations toward responsible operations, stronger governance frameworks, and more sustainable performance across complex supply chains.

This role blends high‑impact project delivery with involvement in commercial strategy alongside ERM's senior leadership. It offers significant visibility, global reach, and a fast‑track pathway to expanded leadership.

What Your Impact Is

In this position, you will:

* Shape enterprise‑level environmental and safety management systems for global mining and metals organizations and have the opportunity to support technology and manufacturing clients as well.

* Translate emerging standards and expectations-such as IRMA, TSM, ASI, Copper Mark, and Responsible Steel-into actionable business solutions.

* Build trusted relationships with corporate leaders while delivering insights that influence strategic direction.

* Support multidisciplinary project teams and ensure exceptional quality across all deliverables.

* Support local, national, and international clients on complex sustainability challenges without being tied to heavy travel.

* Help propel ERM's growth by contributing to market strategies, proposals, and integrated service offerings and act as a commercial leader to help grow client relationships and key accounts.

What You'll Bring

Required

* Bachelor's degree (environmental engineering or health and safety) or years of experience (2 years per required year at a total of 12 years).

* 6+ years of relevant professional experience.

* Background in mining, metals, or refiners/smelters industries.

* Working knowledge of key safety and environmental requirements.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor deliverables for executives and site‑level audiences.

* Experience in corporate strategy, compliance management, organizational design, and/or process optimization.

* Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills.

* Proven success managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced consulting environment.

* Ability to work independently, travel as needed and meet tight deadlines.

* A positive, client‑focused attitude with a drive to deliver excellence and grow the business.

Preferred

* Lead Auditor/Practitioner status in ISO 14001, SA 8000, APSCA, or CSCA.

* Experience in data analysis, modeling, or data visualization.

* Experience managing technical teams on complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.

* Experience with state, federal mining regulatory.

Key Responsibilities

* Design, implement, and enhance enterprise‑wide management systems, programs, policies, and standards with a focus on the mining/minerals supply chain.

* Build deep expertise across responsible mining frameworks such as IRMA, TSM, ASI, RMI, ICMM, Copper Mark, and Responsible Steel.

* Maintain strong technical knowledge of safety and environmental compliance, emerging legislation, and stakeholder‑driven initiatives.

* Conduct interviews and assessments at corporate, division, and site levels; deliver presentations, trainings, and workshops. Help manage key stakeholders.

* Manage multiple projects to scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring high‑quality deliverables.

* Analyze complex data and distill insights into clear, concise executive‑ready takeaways.

* Develop client-facing perspectives, go‑to‑market strategies, strategic growth initiatives, and proposals. Support key client accounts and grow relationships with existing clients.

* Promote ERM's culture of safety, collaboration, and…