Hybrid Principal Technical Consultant, Scientist

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About the role

  • Principal Technical Consultant at ERM shaping environmental impact assessment and permitting strategies for energy projects. Leading client initiatives and regional business growth in a sustainable transition.

Responsibilities

  • Enable the successful development, construction, and operation of commercial-scale energy facilities, including natural gas, renewable energy (solar and wind), and data centers
  • Lead and deliver environmental impact assessment, NEPA, and permitting programs for high-profile capital projects
  • Build and sustain a profitable, high-performing regional business while contributing to ERM’s national and global energy portfolio
  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering collaboration, quality, and technical excellence
  • Support the U.S. low-carbon economy transition through strategic permitting and regulatory leadership

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, environmental management, wetland science, planning, geography, or a related natural resources science field
  • At least 8 years of project management, licensing, and permitting experience, including strong project experience in natural gas or renewable energy
  • Experience preparing NEPA-type documents for federal and/or state agencies and providing strategic-level Capital Project Delivery support
  • Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, including preparation of applications and documents related to energy project development
  • Experience assisting clients in obtaining permits and approvals for new or expanded facilities
  • Regulatory experience within West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina (including local permitting challenges, land use, and state permitting)
  • Experience overseeing and coordinating desktop and online studies or research on natural resource or resource planning topics, including GIS and map interpretation (NWI, USGS, aerial photography)
  • Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise, accurate technical documents, including presenting findings to clients, stakeholders, and/or regulatory agencies
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members; strong people skills; responsive, collaborative, versatile, and service-oriented
  • Driver's License Required.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Professional development
  • Flexible working hours

Job title

Principal Technical Consultant, Scientist

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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