Land & Right of Way Associate—Energy Infrastructure

ERM; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way, to support electric transmission and distribution projects across the Upper Midwest. You will assist with land rights, title research, negotiations, and permit support while coordinating with project managers, landowners, and regulatory stakeholders.

This early-career role offers hands-on experience in a global sustainability leader. Required a recently graduated or up to 1 year of experience, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or Master's degree preferred but not required; in lieu of a degree, candidates with applicable related experience will be considered, or equivalent experience.
• Recent graduate to 1 year of professional experience.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and multiple assignments while contributing to a cohesive team environment and meeting concurrent project deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and subject matter experts.
• Basic understanding of project accounting, cost tracking, invoicing, or experience supporting project administration or task management functions.
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery activities across multiple client engagements.
• Facilitate landowner outreach, negotiations, and agreement execution efforts.
• Assist with title research, land rights documentation, and project reporting.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, landowners, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Contribute to business development and proposal preparation efforts.

Education

Bachelor's degree and/or Master's degree preferred but not required; in lieu of a degree, candidates with applicable related experience will be considered, or equivalent experience.

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way, to support electric transmission and distribution projects across the Upper Midwest. You will assist with land rights, title research, negotiations, and permit support while coordinating with project managers, landowners, and regulatory stakeholders.

This early-career role offers hands-on experience in a global sustainability leader. Required a recently graduated or up to 1 year of experience, with strong communication and