Lead Biologist/Regulatory Consultant – Power & Tech

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. in; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM in Seattle seeks a Managing Technical Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for the Power and Technology Sectors. You will guide environmental impact assessments and regulatory strategies for large-scale power and technology projects across the U.S., ensuring environmental stewardship and compliance.

You will lead permitting, mentor a team, and build strategic client relationships while shaping ERM's offerings in CEQA/NEPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Biology, Environmental Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of consulting experience with deep regulatory frameworks for offshore/onshore power and tech projects.
• Proven ability to lead complex permitting and compliance programs.
• Strong business acumen and client engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for CEQA/NEPA assessments and natural resource permitting.
• Prepare technical studies and impact assessment documents (Biological Assessments, EIRs, Constraints Reports).
• Lead permitting strategies, prepare applications, and negotiate conditions with regulatory agencies.
• Oversee compliance for telecom, energy infrastructure, and linear development projects.
• Collaborate with account teams to deliver strategic value and expand ERM's services.
• Mentor staff consultants, identify emerging talent, and foster professional growth.
• Drive innovation within ERM's Impact Assessment and Planning service offering.
• Ensure project delivery meets health & safety, financial, and client satisfaction standards.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Client engagement

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biology, Environmental Science

Job description

ERM in Seattle seeks a Managing Technical Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for the Power and Technology Sectors. You will guide environmental impact assessments and regulatory strategies for large-scale power and technology projects across the U.S., ensuring environmental stewardship and compliance.

You will lead permitting, mentor a team, and build strategic client relationships while shaping ERM's offerings in CEQA/NEPA.