Director, Power & Renewable Regulatory Strategy

ERM; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Power, Energy & Regulatory Advisory to join our Capital Project Delivery team. You will lead environmental permitting and CEQA/NEPA efforts for major power, transmission, and renewables projects, with a focus on California markets and regulatory strategy.

You’ll mentor teams, shape client relationships with utilities, and help drive growth across ERM’s CPD practice. The role offers leadership path opportunities and a competitive base salary in USD, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of consulting in California’s electric/gas transmission and generation markets.
• Proven CEQA/NEPA permitting and impact assessment leadership.
• Existing relationships with California utility companies to unlock projects.
• Experience with CPUC General Order 131-E and CEQA best practices.
• Strong business acumen and strategic selling skills.
• Leadership skills with mentoring and team development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical expert for CEQA/NEPA assessments and natural resource permitting.
• Oversee preparation of EIRs, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and technical studies.
• Lead permit strategy development and application with state and federal agencies.
• Manage compliance for linear infrastructure projects, including telecom and energy.
• Collaborate with Account Directors to expand ERM’s footprint and deliver enterprise-wide solutions.
• Mentor staff consultants, identify rising talent, and support career development.
• Innovate within ERM’s Impact Assessment and Planning services to stay ahead of market needs.
• Ensure excellence in health & safety, financial performance, client satisfaction, and risk management.

Skills

CEQA/NEPA

Regulatory strategy

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/environmental science

Master's degree in biology/environmental science

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Power, Energy & Regulatory Advisory to join our Capital Project Delivery team. You will lead environmental permitting and CEQA/NEPA efforts for major power, transmission, and renewables projects, with a focus on California markets and regulatory strategy.

You’ll mentor teams, shape client relationships with utilities, and help drive growth across ERM’s CPD practice. The role offers leadership path opportunities and a competitive base salary in USD, with