Natural Resources Partner - Energy & Ecology Leadership

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Technical Partner to grow our Natural Resources practice across North America, focusing on power, renewable energy, diversified energy, and technology sector clients. Hybrid role based in any ERM US office.

The role provides technical leadership in ecological resources, restoration, habitat conservation, and permitting, while expanding market presence and capabilities. You will mentor teams, manage multi-year programs, and drive growth with clients.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting.
• Proven leadership in mitigation and ecorestoration, including endangered species and habitat conservation.
• Deep understanding of conventional and renewable energy markets in North America.
• Strong business development track record, generating and delivering multi-million-dollar programs.
• Expertise in HCPs, and regional permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and client engagement activities within the Power, Diversified Energy, and Technology sectors.
• Provide senior technical leadership for biological resources, ecological restoration, habitat conservation, and environmental permitting programs.
• Support clients through project planning, permitting, construction, and operations phases.
• Develop and grow key client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Mentor and develop technical staff and project managers.
• Collaborate with ERM partners and service line leaders to support regional and national growth initiatives.
• Drive project delivery excellence while meeting financial, safety, and quality objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client engagement

Environmental resources

Ecological restoration

Habitat conservation

Environmental permitting

Education

BS/MS in environmental science/engineering

Job description

ERM is seeking a Technical Partner to grow our Natural Resources practice across North America, focusing on power, renewable energy, diversified energy, and technology sector clients. Hybrid role based in any ERM US office.

The role provides technical leadership in ecological resources, restoration, habitat conservation, and permitting, while expanding market presence and capabilities. You will mentor teams, manage multi-year programs, and drive growth with clients.