Hybrid Principal Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables

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About the role

  • Lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale power and renewable projects
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to California utilities and technology clients on CEQA/NEPA and natural resource permitting
  • Drive innovation in impact assessment and permitting strategies to accelerate project timelines
  • Mentor and develop emerging talent while contributing to ERM’s growth trajectory
  • Position ERM as the go-to partner for complex capital project delivery in California.

Requirements

  • BS/MS in biology, environmental science, or related field
  • 6+ years of consulting experience with substantial expertise in California electric/gas transmission and generation markets
  • Proven track record delivering multi-million-dollar environmental programs or winning strategic projects
  • Established relationships with California utilities (PG&E, SCE, Sempra) and key regulators
  • Strong knowledge of CEQA/NEPA impact assessment best practices and permitting processes
  • Business acumen to identify opportunities and deliver enterprise-wide solutions
  • Preferred: Experience cultivating new client relationships with Bay Area technology, media, and telecommunications companies
  • Recognized technical authority and positive reputation with regulatory agencies
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and team development.

Benefits

  • paid time off
  • parental leave
  • medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
  • other applicable benefits to eligible employees

Job title

Principal Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$104,236 - $156,352 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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