Managing Consultant, Scientist

Are you ready to lead transformative environmental projects that shape the future of energy across North America? At ERM, we’re not just managing compliance—we’re driving sustainable progress. If you’re a seasoned environmental professional with a passion for leadership and impact, this is your opportunity to make a difference at scale.

Why This Role Matters

Energy development is evolving rapidly, and environmental stewardship is critical to its success. As a Managing Consultant, Scientist in our Minneapolis, MN office, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring that major energy projects—from renewable initiatives to midstream oil and gas—meet rigorous environmental standards while advancing innovation and sustainability.

What Your Impact Is

You’ll lead complex, fast-paced projects that span multiple geographies and regulatory frameworks. Your expertise will guide clients through environmental impact assessments, permitting, and compliance strategies, ensuring projects align with federal, state, and local regulations. Beyond technical excellence, you’ll build lasting client relationships, mentor emerging talent, and influence industry best practices.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil/environmental engineering, or related field—or equivalent experience.

• 4+ years of experience in environmental impact assessment, siting, and permitting for energy projects.

• Strong knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other key environmental regulations.

• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and teams effectively.

• Exceptional technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

• Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, aerial photography).

• Ability to collaborate with regulatory agencies and secure permits.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline.

• Experience with FERC-regulated projects and renewable energy development.

• Business development experience, including proposal generation and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-site environmental projects on time and within budget.

• Develop technical proposals and drive business development initiatives.

• Prepare siting and permit applications for federal, state, and local authorities.

• Oversee preparation of technical documents, environmental plans, and compliance strategies.

• Collaborate with ERM teams on impact assessments, routing studies, and facility siting.

• Engage with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders on behalf of clients.

• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with health, safety, and risk standards.

• Mentor junior staff and foster technical and consulting skill development.

• Travel up to 20% for client meetings, agency interactions, and project oversight.

For the Managing Consultant, Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $94,990 – $124,245 (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.