Environmental Impact Specialist – NEPA & Fieldwork

Environmental Resources Management, Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,600 - 81,353; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a Consulting Associate, Scientist to join a collaborative team delivering environmental assessments, field surveys, and permitting support. You will contribute to regulatory compliance and sustainable development across client projects.

You will gain hands-on experience, work with regulators and clients, and advance technical skills in a dynamic consulting environment that values safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural science, environmental engineering, or 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 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.

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

Independent work

Multitasking

Safety focus

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related

GPA 3.0+

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a Consulting Associate, Scientist to join a collaborative team delivering environmental assessments, field surveys, and permitting support. You will contribute to regulatory compliance and sustainable development across client projects.

You will gain hands-on experience, work with regulators and clients, and advance technical skills in a dynamic consulting environment that values safety, quality, and continuous learning.