Environmental Consulting Associate; Geologist, Hydrogeologist or Environmental Engineer

ERM Swiss GmbH is seeking a motivated market-facing Consultant to join Central Europe’s Corporate Sustainability Service team as a Managing Consultant, with primary focus on business development and project management to ultimately establish deeper relationships with our clients. The role will preferably be based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

"The business of sustainability" reflects what we do to support our clients as they strive to attain their business goals. Sustainability and business are now inextricably linked and as an expert in sustainability, we play a role in helping companies achieve their objectives with an understanding of how this affects wider society and the environment. We intend to contribute even more to the global dialogue on sustainability and expect our work on sustainability challenges and opportunities to deliver growth in our business.

Sustainability is our business.

Lausanne or Sierre

Full-time, 40 hours weekly

• You will support the Site Investigation & Remediation (SI&R) team in the investigation of contaminated sites, the evaluation of restructuring strategies and the implementation of restructurings.
• They help our customers to develop a targeted restructuring strategy and implement it.
• You will take over the management and coordination of projects (preparation of offers, budget control, invoicing, occupational safety, planning of investigations, coordination of subcontractors, reporting, adherence to deadlines, etc.) in close and ongoing coordination with the rest of the team and your superiors.
• You will become part of our team of experts for underground and groundwater remediation, in particular for variant studies, feasibility studies, remediation planning and remediation monitoring.
• You will take part in internal technical events (Technical Community Calls) and internal training courses (e.g. project management) and actively participate.
• You, like any other ERM employee, take an active role in planning occupational safety and preventing accidents or damage to health.

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field with proven experience in contaminated site investigation, groundwater remediation, and project management.
• Strong knowledge of site investigation methods, remediation planning, variant and feasibility studies, and the ability to analyze complex environmental data.
• Experience in project coordination, budgeting, proposal preparation, subcontractor management, and adherence to safety, timelines, and quality standards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to knowledge sharing and training activities.
• Strong commitment to occupational health and safety practices, risk identification, and accident prevention.
• Self-motivated, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with Swiss environmental regulations and tools.
• Fluency in French and English is essential.

• 30 Days of Annual Leave
• Sick Pay
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Flexible Working Hours
• Hybrid Work Model
• Workcation
• Profit Sharing Program

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, it’s an essential part of what makes ERM a great place to build a career and helps us create better solutions for our clients. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you.

Our commitment doesn’t stop e you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report.