Senior Consultant, Wetland Delineator

Why This Role Matters

If you’re an experienced environmental professional passionate about protecting ecosystems while enabling sustainable development, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact. At ERM, you’ll lead critical wetland delineations and species assessments that shape renewable energy, infrastructure, and technology projects across the mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Your expertise will help clients navigate complex environmental regulations and deliver projects responsibly.

As a Senior Consultant, Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist and Lead Wetland Delineator in ERM’s Heartland Area, which includes offices in St. Louis, Indianapolis, Nashville, Kansas City, and Charleston (WV), you will:

• Drive field-based wetland delineations and protected species assessments for high-profile projects.
• Influence environmental permitting strategies for renewable energy, oil & gas, power, and technology sectors.
• Deliver technical excellence through detailed reporting, compliance planning, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with ERM’s nationwide network of experts to solve complex environmental challenges and advance sustainability goals.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field (minimum 3.0 GPA) or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant environmental experience (wetland delineation, habitat assessments, permitting).
• Strong knowledge of plant identification, hydric soils, and hydrology indicators.
• Excellent technical writing, data management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel and work in the field up to 50% of the time.
• 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.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of consulting or field experience.
• Familiarity with NEPA processes, multi-media permitting, and compliance documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

• Lead wetland delineations using U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements.
• Conduct habitat assessments, environmental impact analyses, and due diligence for land development projects.
• Prepare technical reports, permit matrices, and compliance management plans.
• Support environmental assessments for renewable energy, transmission lines, and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with ERM Project Managers and Partners to deliver exceptional client value.
• Maintain quality, budget, and schedule expectations while contributing to ERM’s Impact Assessment team goals.

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.