Senior Environmental Planning and Approvals Consultant

Senior Environmental Planning and Approvals Consultant; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM based in Perth, Western Australia, is seeking a leader to join our global consulting firm as a consultant focused on Project Planning and Approvals within the renewables sector. The role involves delivering high-quality environmental assessments and approvals management for renewable energy projects.

You will support the Growth of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service and collaborate with teams across the nation and globe, working in a cross-functional environment to lead client and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of environmental planning and approvals, WA State and Commonwealth requirements.
• Demonstrated wind, solar and/or BESS WA State and Federal approval experience.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental planning or related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and lead environmental assessments for renewable projects and approvals management in support of capital project delivery.
• Support the growth and development of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service area and collaborate with colleagues across the nation and globe.
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment to build ERM's business and lead client and technical teams.
• Drive innovation within the technical community to stay ahead of client needs and differentiate ERM in the market.
• Meet overall project budget and schedule, client satisfaction, and contract requirements.

Skills

Wind/Solar/BESS approvals

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Job Summary

As part of our continued growth, ERM has an exciting & career defining opportunity as a leader to join our global consulting firm as a consultant, focused on Project Planning and Approvals within the renewables industry, based in Perth, Western Australia

Why This Role Matters

We are looking for an outstanding professional who combines strong consulting, technical, delivery and client skills to help ERM foster and expand a network of excellent client relationships by driving outcomes that create tangible value for our clients.

What Your Impact Is

This role includes, but is not limited to, delivering high quality technical services and further advancing our reputation for the management and delivery of capital projects for our clients.

Responsibilities

Primary focus on supporting our clients in environmental approvals and impact assessments for renewable energy sector clients.

• Deliver and lead environmental assessments for renewable projects, and related approvals management in support of capital project delivery.
• Support the growth and development of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service area and actively collaborate with colleagues across the nation and globe.
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment to build ERM's business, as well as to lead client and technical teams.
• Drive innovation within the technical community to stay ahead of client needs and to help differentiate ERM in the market.
• Meet overall project budget and schedule, client satisfaction / expectations, and internal and contract requirements.

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:

• Demonstrated wind, solar and/or BESS WA State and Federal approval experience
• Relevant tertiary qualifications;
• 10+ years of environmental planning and approvals, impact assessment, working within WA and Commonwealth legislative requirements.
• Technical competence in environmental planning and approvals, due diligence, post approval management and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices.
• Understanding of key impact assessment and management issues within the renewable sector.
• Solid experience building and sustaining relationships with major clients.
• Authorisation to work in Australia
• In-depth understanding of Project Approvals challenges including existing relationships that can be leveraged into new business.

Ready to Lead the Way

At ERM, your work creates impact that matters, helping global organisations tackle the most pressing sustainability challenges while shaping a better future for communities and the environment. Our vision is to empower you to grow, lead, and innovate alongside world-class clients on transformative projects. We prioritise wellbeing, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture where collaboration, expertise, and purpose drive meaningful impact. At ERM, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and innovation thrives. If you're ready to make sustainability your mission and build a career that creates lasting change, your journey starts here

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