Consultant, Project Finance

ERM; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,980 - 102,154; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Job summary

ERM’s Sustainable Finance team seeks an Environmental Specialist in Washington DC, Boston, MA, or Annapolis, MD to evaluate and manage ESG risks for domestic and international projects, with emphasis on Latin America.

You will work with top development financiers like World Bank and IDB, contributing to responsible development across energy, infrastructure, and low‑carbon projects, while expanding your expertise in sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 2–3 years (3–5+ preferred) in consulting or related field.
• Knowledge of SDGs, IFC PS, WB ESF, and UN Principles.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental and biodiversity due diligence for international and domestic projects.
• Prepare technical analyses and reports for ESG studies.
• Assist in developing and implementing ESG strategies and performance programs.
• Collaborate with ERM’s global Sustainable Finance teams and travel as needed.

Skills

ESG knowledge

Technical report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Finance, Sustainable Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

Join ERM's Sustainable Finance team and help shape responsible development by supporting world-class environmental and ESG projects across the globe.

ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist in Washington DC, Boston, MA or Annapolis, MD to join our Sustainable Finance team. In this role, you will support clients in evaluating and managing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities across complex domestic and international projects, with a particular focus on Latin America.

What Your Impact Will Be

Working alongside leading development finance institutions such as the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and International Finance Corporation (IFC), you will help deliver sustainable outcomes for projects spanning renewable energy, infrastructure, extractive industries, and low‑carbon development. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑ to mid‑career professional looking to expand their expertise while building a rewarding career with a global sustainability leader.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Finance, Sustainable Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2-3 years (3–5+ years preferred) of consulting or related professional experience supporting sustainable finance, ESG, environmental management, international development, or similar fields.
• Understanding of international development frameworks and environmental policy processes.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards and frameworks such as:
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• IFC Performance Standards
• World Bank Environmental and Social Framework
• UN Guiding Principles
• Knowledge of emerging environmental and social issues, including climate change, natural resource management, biodiversity, and sustainability.
• Understanding of regulatory environments and environmental governance frameworks in the United States and/or Latin America.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively within project teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work products.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience supporting projects in developing countries or working within multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Biodiversity, ecology, or nature‑based solutions expertise.
• Experience with environmental and social due diligence for development finance institutions.
• Professional proficiency in Spanish.
• Experience leading tasks, mentoring team members, or contributing to team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support environmental and biodiversity due diligence, monitoring, and compliance activities for international and domestic development projects.
• Contribute to environmental and social impact assessments, including preparation of technical analyses and reports.
• Assist clients in developing and implementing ESG strategies and performance improvement programs.
• Conduct literature reviews, data analysis, field investigations, and technical research to support project delivery.
• Prepare high‑quality reports, recommendations, and client deliverables that meet ERM’s standards for quality, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across ERM’s global Sustainable Finance network.
• Support project managers in delivering multiple concurrent projects in dynamic, fast‑paced environments.
• Participate in international travel and field assignments, including work in remote locations when required.

For the Consultant, Project Finance position, the anticipated annual base pay is $84,980–$102,154 (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.

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s 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. 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!