Managing Consultant, Scientist

ERM; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM, a global sustainability consultancy, is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist based in Houston to lead fieldwork and regulatory strategies across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. This role focuses on wetlands delineation, habitat assessments, and complex environmental projects across energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors.

You will deliver high‑quality documentation, manage schedules and budgets, and collaborate with ERM’s nationwide technical network to drive client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• 5+ years of relevant environmental experience (wetland delineation, habitat assessments, permitting).
• Strong writing, data management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel and perform fieldwork up to 50% of the time.
• Driver’s License required; travel to client locations across a large area.

Responsibilities

• Lead field‑based wetland delineations and protected species assessments for nationally significant projects.
• Shape environmental permitting strategies across renewable energy, oil & gas, power, infrastructure, and technology sectors.
• Deliver technical documentation, risk assessments, and compliance strategies.
• Collaborate with ERM’s nationwide network of technical specialists to resolve environmental challenges.
• Contribute to ERM’s Impact Assessment practice and sustainability goals.
• Develop proposals and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Technical writing

Data management

Problem solving

Travel ability

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lead Where Science, Sustainability, and Impact Intersect

Join a global leader in sustainability consulting with a collaborative culture and unmatched career development opportunities. At ERM, you’ll work alongside world‑class experts, contribute to cutting‑edge projects across diverse sectors, and play a meaningful role in shaping a more sustainable future.

As a Managing Consultant, Scientist, based in Houston, you will take on a strategic, hands‑on role supporting complex projects throughout the Mid‑Atlantic and Southeast United States. This is an opportunity to lead critical environmental work that directly influences responsible development, regulatory outcomes, and long‑term ecosystem protection.

Why This Role Matters

Environmental decisions made today shape communities, infrastructure, and natural resources for decades. In this role, your expertise in wetland delineation and ecological assessment will directly inform high‑stakes renewable energy, infrastructure, technology, and power projects. You’ll help clients navigate regulatory complexity while balancing environmental protection and sustainable development—delivering solutions that stand up to both scrutiny and impact.

What Your Impact Is

• Lead and execute field‑based wetland delineations and protected species assessments for nationally significant projects
• Shape environmental permitting strategies across renewable energy, oil & gas, power, infrastructure, and technology sectors
• Deliver high‑quality technical documentation, risk assessments, and compliance strategies
• Partner with ERM’s nationwide network of technical specialists to resolve complex environmental challenges
• Contribute directly to ERM’s Impact Assessment practice and long‑term sustainability goals

What You’ll Bring Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resources, or a related field (minimum 3.0 GPA) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of relevant environmental experience, including wetland delineation, habitat assessments, and permitting
• Strong working knowledge of plant identification, hydric soils, and hydrology indicators
• Demonstrated technical writing, data management, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to travel and perform fieldwork up to 50% of the time
• 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.

Preferred

• 5+ years of consulting and/or field experience
• Familiarity with NEPA, multi‑media permitting, and compliance documentation
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
• Key Responsibilities
• Lead wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and applicable Regional Supplements
• Conduct habitat assessments, environmental impact analyses, and environmental due diligence for land development projects
• Prepare technical reports, permit matrices, and compliance management plans
• Support environmental assessments for renewable energy facilities, transmission lines, and major infrastructure projects
• Collaborate closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners to deliver outstanding client outcomes
• Manage quality, budget, and schedule expectations while supporting broader Impact Assessment team objectives
• Develop technical proposals and drive business development initiatives

Who We Are

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainabilitychallengesand unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse,equitableand inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our companya great placeto build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world‑class expertssupportsclients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technicalexpertisein addressing their environmental, health, safety,riskand social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advanceobjectiveson the ground or at the executive level.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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