Partner, Capital Project Delivery – Power

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 172,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Bonus eligibility

Global network

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) seeks a Partner in our Capital Project Delivery – Power practice to lead strategic growth, win engagements, and guide complex capital projects. This senior role offers equity ownership, influence over ERM's North America leadership, and a platform to scale impact across the energy transition.

You'll develop high-performing teams, drive go-to-market strategies for decarbonization, and strengthen client relationships with major energy players while

Qualifications

• BS/MS in environmental science, biology, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in consulting or the Diversified Energy/Power sectors.
• Proven track record of multi-million-dollar annual sales and program delivery.
• Deep understanding of industry regulatory frameworks and emerging issues (e.g., carbon transition).
• Established network of senior-level relationships within target sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand strategic client relationships with major energy and power organizations.
• Lead sales and delivery of ERM's full suite of consulting services, with a focus on capital project development.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to implement go-to-market strategies for decarbonization and low-carbon economy transition projects.
• Drive commercial growth through innovative solutions that anticipate client needs.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire the next generation of ERM leaders.
• Ensure excellence in project execution, client satisfaction, and risk management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Power sector expertise

People leadership

Education

BS/MS in environmental science, biology, engineering, or related field

Job description

ERM is seeking a senior leader with experience driving strategic growth within the Power sector and delivering transformative solutions to join us as a Partner in our Capital Project Delivery (CPD) practice. At ERM, we work with the world's leading organizations to shape a sustainable future - helping them plan, develop, and operate both traditional and emerging energy assets. We are seeking an individual that combines deep industry expertise with demonstrated ability to build client relationships, win strategic engagements and lead successful programs across the electric power sector. As a Partner, you will work with our team to shape market strategy and develop our broader team. This role offers true partnership: equity ownership, strategic influence, and a platform to create market-defining impact at a global consulting firm. From grid modernization and transmission expansion to capital project delivery, you will be at the forefront of the energy transition activities at ERM.

Why This Role Matters

Energy companies are navigating unprecedented challenges—from decarbonization to regulatory complexity—while striving to meet global sustainability goals. ERM is at the forefront of this transition. As a Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding clients through the entire asset lifecycle, from site selection and permitting to construction, operation, and decommissioning. Your leadership will ensure projects succeed while meeting environmental, social, and governance expectations.

Why ERM?

As a Partner, you'll gain: Equity ownership with significant financial upside. A seat at the table to influence ERM's strategic direction. A platform to amplify your voice as a thought leader in the power sector. Access to a global network of experts and resources to scale your impact.

What Your Impact Is

Shape ERM's strategic direction and influence key decisions as an equity Partner. Contribute to ERM's North America leadership agenda. Drive business development and create long-term client partnerships. Lead high-performing teams to deliver world-class consulting services. Help clients achieve measurable business value through innovative, sustainable solutions. Advance ERM's reputation as a trusted advisor for capital project development in the energy sector.

What You'll Bring

Required:

• BS/MS in environmental science, biology, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in consulting or the Diversified Energy/Power sectors.
• Proven track record of multi-million-dollar annual sales and program delivery.
• Deep understanding of industry regulatory frameworks and emerging issues (e.g., carbon transition).
• Established network of senior-level relationships within target sectors.
• Strong business acumen and ability to identify enterprise-wide solutions.

Preferred:

• Recognized technical authority and marketplace reputation.
• Prior equity or leadership experience within a consulting environment.
• Experience driving innovation in decarbonization and low-carbon energy projects.
• Demonstrated success in building and mentoring high-performance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and expand strategic client relationships with major energy and power organizations.
• Lead sales and delivery of ERM's full suite of consulting services, with a focus on capital project development.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to implement go-to-market strategies for decarbonization and low-carbon economy transition projects.
• Drive commercial growth through innovative solutions that anticipate client needs.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire the next generation of ERM leaders.
• Ensure excellence in project execution, client satisfaction, and risk management.

For the Partner, Capital Project Delivery – Power position, the anticipated annual base pay is $172,000 - $210,000 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

Benefits

• paid time off
• parental leave
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
• other applicable benefits to eligible employees

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to 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 experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and 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 advance objectives on 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! #LI-BB1

Additional Information

At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world's leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM's purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.

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