Environmental Consulting Scientist - Associate

ERM Consulting & Engineering, Inc.; Village of Fairport (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

ERM Consulting & Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Associate, Scientist to support NEPA assessments, field surveys, and the preparation of technical documents for domestic and international projects.

You will work within a collaborative team, contributing to environmental solutions while gaining hands-on experience, learning best practices, and expanding skills in a dynamic consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural science, environmental engineering, or a related discipline (minimum 3.0 GPA); or equivalent experience
• 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 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
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Field experience conducting ecological or biological surveys
• Familiarity with NEPA processes or environmental permitting
• Experience working with or supporting regulatory agencies

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 communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

ERM Consulting & Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Associate, Scientist to support NEPA assessments, field surveys, and the preparation of technical documents for domestic and international projects.

You will work within a collaborative team, contributing to environmental solutions while gaining hands-on experience, learning best practices, and expanding skills in a dynamic consulting environment.