Lead Wetland Consultant: Field Delineations & Compliance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM seeks a Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland based in Minneapolis to lead wetland delineations and regulatory planning for complex infrastructure projects. You will build technical reports, assess habitats, and guide clients in meeting environmental requirements while traveling across a broad geographic area.

The role requires a BS in a related field or equivalent, Minnesota Wetland Certification, and 3+ years of experience in environmental consulting.

Qualifications

• BS in environmental science or related field with minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent experience.
• Minnesota Wetland Professional Certification Program (Certified Wetland Professional) required.
• 3+ years in environmental consulting; 5+ preferred.
• Experience with wetland delineations and ecosystem assessments.
• Strong data management and technical report writing skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% and operate a company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations and assessments across multi-state projects.
• Develop regulatory documentation and compliance strategies for energy and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with ERM project managers and technical leaders.
• Influence permitting outcomes and NEPA-related studies.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and support field surveys and data analysis.
• Deliver strategic recommendations to clients within budget and schedule.

Skills

Wetland delineation expertise

Technical report writing

Data management

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

BS in environmental science / biology / natural resources or related (min 3.0 GPA)

Minnesota Wetland Professional Certification Program (Certified Wetland Professional)

Tools

USACE Wetlands Delineation Manual

Microsoft Office

Job description

ERM seeks a Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland based in Minneapolis to lead wetland delineations and regulatory planning for complex infrastructure projects. You will build technical reports, assess habitats, and guide clients in meeting environmental requirements while traveling across a broad geographic area.

The role requires a BS in a related field or equivalent, Minnesota Wetland Certification, and 3+ years of experience in environmental consulting.