Environmental Consulting Associate Scientist

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. in; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Other applicable benefits

Job summary

ERM seeks a Consulting Associate, Scientist to join its environmental services team in Minneapolis. You will support NEPA assessments, environmental impact statements, field surveys, and data reviews on domestic and international development projects.

You will prepare technical reports, contribute to client deliverables, coordinate with regulators and agencies, and collaborate with project managers and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural science, environmental engineering, or a related discipline (minimum 3.0 GPA)
• Recent graduate to 2 years of relevant environmental experience, including internships or fieldwork
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing or contributing to technical documentation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Commitment to safety and quality standards
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to travel to client locations across a large geographical area
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support NEPA Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for domestic and international development projects
• Assist with biological and ecological field surveys, data collection, and literature reviews
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, environmental documentation, and client deliverables
• Support the preparation of multi-media plans and permits, including coordination with agencies such as FERC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and state agencies
• Provide technical support on land use planning, facility siting, risk assessment, and water resources management
• Collaborate with Project Managers, clients, regulators, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Deliver work within defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Safety and quality standards

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

ERM seeks a Consulting Associate, Scientist to join its environmental services team in Minneapolis. You will support NEPA assessments, environmental impact statements, field surveys, and data reviews on domestic and international development projects.

You will prepare technical reports, contribute to client deliverables, coordinate with regulators and agencies, and collaborate with project managers and teams.