Managing Consultant, Impact Assessment and Permitting Job at Erm LLC, Atlanta, GA

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  • Erm LLC
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Overview

ERM is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant to play a key role in growing our business in our Atlanta, GA office. The ideal candidate will have experience leading wetland and biological field assessments and permitting projects related to renewable energy, transmission, or other capital project developments. Solar experience is preferred. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with ERMs experienced consulting teams in renewable energy permitting, with additional opportunities to contribute to onshore wind, electrical transmission, oil & gas, and technology infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and provide technical expertise on wetland and Waters of the U.S. delineations, habitat assessments, and species-specific surveys. Federally permitted bat biologists strongly preferred.
  • Lead preparation of local, state, and federal permitting documents. Contribute to preparing permitting deliverables, serving in roles ranging from lead technical expert to quality review. Perform project delivery activities such as report writing, data collection and survey field work, data and literature review, and development of recommendations for clients.
  • Oversee multiple projects within clients scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
  • Prepare technical proposals, including development of technical scopes and cost estimates, and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads. Maintain client relationships to support repeat business.
  • Collaborate with other ERM IAP practitioners to execute Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) projects (services within our IAP service area include environmental impact assessment, land use planning, facility siting & permitting, and risk assessment).
  • Supervise junior- and mid-level consulting staff to develop their skill sets in technical planning and permitting.
  • Be knowledgeable about current and projected projects being executed in the region, in order to assist with coordination of current staff, and identification of staffing needs.
  • Understand ERMs service areas and market strategy and participate in recruiting and interviewing efforts to build a strong and cohesive regional team.
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees locally, regionally, and nationwide.
Requirements
  • BS/MS in biology, ecology, or the environmental sciences.
  • 4-6 years (7 to 10 years preferred) of due diligence and permitting experience, including consulting for private-sector clients.
  • High degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of biological field assessment and permitting practices, with a solid grasp of the key biological impact assessment and management issues for land development projects (e.g., wetland delineations, protected species assessment, stormwater management, and others).
  • Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.
  • Experience with federal, state, and local permitting in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia is preferred.
  • Solid experience building sustaining relationships with major clients.
  • Demonstrated ability to seamlessly work as part of a team.
  • Excellent writing, communication, presentation, strategic thinking, and people skills.
  • Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the local marketplace, including ability to develop a positive reputation with local land use staff.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at communicating complex technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
  • 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.
About ERM

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the worlds 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. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our boots to boardroom approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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