Regulatory Leader, Power & Renewables (CEQA/NEPA)

Environmental Resources Management, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 184,000; 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) or RRSP/DPSP

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) seeks a Consulting Director, Power, Energy & Regulatory Advisory in California to lead CEQA/NEPA permitting and regulatory strategy for major power and renewable projects. You will guide stakeholder engagement and grow client relationships while mentoring a high-performing team.

You will oversee EIRs, NDs, and technical studies, collaborating with regulators and utility partners to drive project success and sustainable outcomes in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of consulting experience in California’s electric/gas transmission and generation markets.
• Proven success in leading CEQA/NEPA permitting and environmental impact assessments.
• Established relationships with California utility companies with the ability to leverage existing contract agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental permitting and CEQA/NEPA efforts for major capital projects, including renewable energy, transmission, and data centers.
• Oversee preparation of EIRs, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and technical studies.
• Lead permit strategy development and application processes with state and federal agencies.
• Manage compliance for linear infrastructure projects, including telecom and energy.
• Collaborate with Account Directors to expand ERM’s footprint and deliver enterprise-wide solutions.
• Mentor staff consultants and support career development.
• Innovate within ERM’s Impact Assessment and Planning services to stay ahead of market needs.
• Ensure excellence in health & safety, financial performance, client satisfaction, and risk management.

Skills

CEQA/NEPA expertise

Regulatory strategy

Leadership/mentoring

Client relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field

Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field

Job description

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) seeks a Consulting Director, Power, Energy & Regulatory Advisory in California to lead CEQA/NEPA permitting and regulatory strategy for major power and renewable projects. You will guide stakeholder engagement and grow client relationships while mentoring a high-performing team.

You will oversee EIRs, NDs, and technical studies, collaborating with regulators and utility partners to drive project success and sustainable outcomes in a dynamic market.