Consulting Associate, Land Services (Entry Level)

ERM Environmental Resources Management; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global environmental consultancy seeks a Consulting Associate in Land Services to support vital projects in the electric transmission and distribution sector. This entry-level position offers a pathway to a rewarding career within a dynamic service team, ideal for candidates interested in sustainability and land management.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Experience in the energy or environmental sectors preferred.
• Skills in negotiation and teamwork are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate legal land agreements on behalf of clients.
• Assist in managing multiple projects to meet client expectations.
• Conduct deed and title research for accuracy.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Consulting Associate, Land Services (Entry Level) page is loaded

Consulting Associate, Land Services (Entry Level)

Apply locations Minneapolis, Minnesota time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R00026561

ERM is seeking a motivated Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way based in Minneapolis to support projects primarily in the electric transmission and distribution industry. The ideal candidate will support projects for our clients spanning a variety of industry sectors. Additionally, they will help negotiate and secure legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities on behalf of our clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry level professional to join a growing and exciting service team, as you build a rewarding career path with a global environmental leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work on multiple projects to ensure deliverables achieve client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Negotiate and secure legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) on behalf of our clients from affected landowners, whether they are private owners, corporations or government agencies, to permit the construction of facilities, transfer of assets, etc.
• Assist with performing, overseeing or reviewing deed and title research and investigations. Review title searches for accuracy and aid in abstraction of rights for summarization.
• Act as liaison between affected property owners and our clients.
• Assist in performing, overseeing or reviewing land valuation studies or their equivalent, but excluding appraisals.
• Support with preparing and submitting applications for various permits, licenses and bonds (road / railroad crossings, driveway permits, building permits, heavy hauling permits, etc.).
• Aid with investigating damage claims, damage assessments and settlement negotiations.
• Help develop proposals, budgets, project plans, schedules, progress reports, scopes of work and other bid documents.
• Track project land budgets and prepare regular reports on financial progress.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s and/or Masters preferred but not required; IRWA or similar registration preferred but not necessary. In lieu of a degree, candidates with 3+ years related experience will be considered.
• Ability to manage varying priorities and multiple tasks while forging a cohesive delivery team to meet concurrent deadlines on multiple projects.
• Ability to work both independently and within teams of subject matter experts.
• Experience in developing and implementing successful growth strategies with power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects, mining, oil & gas, technology clients.

For the Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way (Entry Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $66,240 – $73,033 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above.This jobmay be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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. 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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