Partner, Environmental Permitting in Capital Projects – Energy Clients

Partner, Environmental Permitting in Capital Projects – Diversified Energy Clients Lead the Energy Transition at the Executive Level

Are you ready to shape the future of energy? At ERM, we’re offering more than a leadership role—we’re offering a seat at the table where global energy strategies are defined. As a Partner, you’ll join a purpose‑driven firm with equity ownership, influence over strategic direction, and the opportunity to lead transformative projects that redefine how energy is developed, delivered, and decarbonized.

This is your moment to lead with impact, backed by a global platform and a legacy of sustainability leadership.

As a Partner in our Capital Project Development team, you’ll be a strategic force in helping clients shape, permit, construct and operate sustainable and investable capital projects and infrastructure assets—from site selection and permitting to stakeholder engagement and operational excellence. Your leadership will directly influence how traditional and emerging energy projects are developed and delivered across the Gulf Coast and beyond.

• Spearhead ERM’s growth in the energy sector, with a focus on capital project development for upstream/midstream oil and gas, power generation/transmission.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to C‑suite and senior executives, delivering high‑impact environmental and sustainability strategies.
• Drive innovation and sustainability across the asset lifecycle—from planning and permitting to construction and operations.
• Champion non‑technical project de‑risking by leading comprehensive environmental and social strategies that anticipate constraints, resolve uncertainties, and enable sustainable and resilient capital project delivery.
• Expand ERM’s footprint by leveraging your industry relationships and insights to win new business and deepen existing partnerships.
• Mentor and grow a high‑performing team of consultants, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and purpose.

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, with a strong focus on the Energy or Power sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering multi‑million‑dollar programs and driving commercial growth.
• Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, permitting processes, and stakeholder dynamics in oil & gas, traditional power, or renewables, with the desire and drive to work across the full spectrum of the diversified energy industry.
• Experience helping clients navigate NEPA, FERC, ESHIA regulatory frameworks; EA/EIS report development process; and, leading permitting efforts and client representation at agency meetings (e.g., USACE, BLM, USFWS, SHPO, DEQ).
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable, enterprise‑wide solutions.

• Lead client account development, sales, and delivery of ERM’s full suite of consulting services.
• Collaborate with regional and global leadership to shape go‑to‑market strategies for energy and low‑carbon economy projects.
• Identify and pursue high‑potential opportunities, aligning ERM’s capabilities with client needs.
• Ensure project success through rigorous planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Represent ERM in technical communities and industry forums, contributing thought leadership and innovation.
• Uphold ERM’s commitment to health & safety, quality, and sustainability in every engagement.

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.