Partner, Environmental Permitting & Capital Projects

ERM; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM seeks a Partner in Environmental Permitting Capital Projects – Oil & Gas (Diversified Energy) to lead major projects across North America. You will shape permitting strategies, guide environmental programs, and drive growth with energy clients, including upstream and midstream players.

You will manage senior stakeholder relationships, mentor teams, and collaborate with regional/global leadership on go-to-market strategies for traditional energy and low-carbon initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or masters in environmental science, Biology, or related field.
• 15+ years in environmental consulting with a focus on energy, oil and gas clients.
• Proven track record delivering multi-million-dollar programs and driving growth.
• Deep understanding of regulatory landscape, permitting, and stakeholder dynamics in energy.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate challenges into enterprise-wide solutions.
• Demonstrated success building trusted relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Exceptional leadership, business development, and client management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead client account development, sales, and delivery of ERM’s consulting services.
• Collaborate with regional/global leadership on go-to-market strategies for energy projects.
• Identify and pursue high-potential opportunities aligning capabilities with client needs.
• Ensure project success through planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Represent ERM in technical communities and industry forums; contribute thought leadership.
• Uphold ERM’s health & safety, quality, and sustainability commitments.
• Develop and execute growth strategies strengthening ERM’s position in traditional energy.
• Mentor consultants and project teams, fostering a high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client management

Strategy

Governance & risk

Education

Bachelors or Masters in environmental science or related field

Job description

ERM seeks a Partner in Environmental Permitting Capital Projects – Oil & Gas (Diversified Energy) to lead major projects across North America. You will shape permitting strategies, guide environmental programs, and drive growth with energy clients, including upstream and midstream players.

You will manage senior stakeholder relationships, mentor teams, and collaborate with regional/global leadership on go-to-market strategies for traditional energy and low-carbon initiatives.