Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist

Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist

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ERM is seeking an experienced Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist (Scientist or Biologist) with consulting experience to play a key role in implementing our existing programs in our Ewing, New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have served as a senior subject matter expert in the ecological field with a proven track record of high‑quality outputs, experience working within a variety of ecological media and settings, and excellent client communication skills and responsiveness.

This is a fast‑track opportunity for a senior‑level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader, on existing contracts. Business development will not be required at the onset of this role. The role will be predominantly desktop with some site visits.

• Coordinate environmental investigations of surface water, sediments, and wetlands by preparing or reviewing sampling plans in accordance with applicable New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations and guidance.
• Contribute to preparing technical documents such as Ecological Evaluations and Ecological Remedial Investigation Reports by leading project teams through the data evaluation of soil, groundwater, surface water and sediment sampling results.
• Oversee riparian and wetland restoration projects in New Jersey under the auspices of the NJDEP and Natural Resource Trustees.
• Support ecological risk assessments by coordinating with the data team to process and interpret data for use by the risk assessor.
• Support land use and wetlands permitting efforts pursuant to NJDEP programs.
• Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and public agencies.
• Other duties may include natural resource surveys, biological monitoring (as necessary), field team management, and providing specialized site assessments.

• BS or MS in biology, wetland science, plant ecology or similar field with experience pertaining to a specialized biological training or field. Or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years (8+ years preferred) of consulting experience that involves oversight, QA/QC, technical writing, ecological evaluations, and multi‑media permitting.
• Solid grasp of the key biological or wetland ecology impact assessment and management issues within various industry sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations. Experience with NJDEP’s Bureau of Environmental Radiation (BER) is a plus.
• Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to ecological assessment approvals.
• Well‑developed team building and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.
• Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company.

For the Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $122,612 – $140,354 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.