Managing Consultant, Environmental Permitting Project Manager

Lead the Future of Environmental Permitting in the Northeast

Are you ready to shape the next generation of energy and infrastructure projects? At ERM
, we’re looking for a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of environmental stewardship and business growth. This is your opportunity to influence large-scale capital projects, mentor top talent, and drive innovation in environmental permitting across New England and New York.

As a Managing Consultant, Environmental Permitting Project Manager
, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding clients through complex regulatory landscapes. Your expertise will ensure that critical energy and infrastructure projects meet environmental standards while advancing sustainability goals. This position is not just about compliance—it’s about creating lasting impact for communities and the environment.

• Shape Regional Development: Lead permitting strategies for major capital projects, including renewable energy initiatives and utility expansions.
• Drive Business Growth: Act as a “seller/doer,” building client relationships and securing new opportunities for ERM’s Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) services.
• Mentor and Inspire: Develop and lead a high-performing technical team, fostering collaboration and excellence across ERM’s global network.

• BS/MS in environmental studies, natural resources, planning, geography, civil/environmental engineering, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
• 4–6+ years of consulting experience with state/local agencies and multi-media permitting.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships and generate new business.
• Expertise in environmental permitting requirements, especially within power and oil/gas sectors.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and influencing skills.
• Positive, collaborative mindset aligned with ERM’s global success.
• Note:
  This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Professional certifications such as PWS, PE, CEP, AICP.
• Experience with Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, New England General Permits, and local land development regulations.
• Renewable energy permitting experience.

• Serve as Senior Technical Advisor for permitting activities supporting capital projects.
• Lead strategic planning and preparation of permit packages, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Manage large, complex projects to meet scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Contribute to business development through proposals, client engagement, and relationship building.
• Hire, mentor, and inspire technical teams for growth and success.
• Collaborate with ERM’s global practitioners to deliver best-in-class impact assessment solutions.

Join ERM and become a trusted advisor shaping the future of sustainable development. Apply today and help us create a cleaner, more resilient world.

For the Managing Consultant, Environmental Permitting Project Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $87,316 – $101,602 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

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

Note
:
Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.

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