Environmental Impact Scientist & Senior Consultant

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Scientist to join a collaborative technical team supporting environmental projects—from ecological surveys to permitting and impact assessments. You’ll gain hands-on experience and build technical skills in a fast-paced consulting environment.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in environmental science or related field, 3+ years of relevant experience, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• 3+ 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.

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

Field surveys experience

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Scientist to join a collaborative technical team supporting environmental projects—from ecological surveys to permitting and impact assessments. You’ll gain hands-on experience and build technical skills in a fast-paced consulting environment.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in environmental science or related field, 3+ years of relevant experience, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to travel.