Senior Associate, Sustainable Operations - Consulting

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k)

Other benefits

Job summary

ERM in Boston seeks a Consulting Senior Associate, Sustainable Operations, to help clients address environmental challenges across compliance, due diligence, and remediation. You will analyze air quality data, support site assessments, and contribute to regulatory alignment and long-term sustainability strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 1+ year (3–5 preferred) of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field
• 1+ year (3–5 years preferred) of relevant environmental experience (including internships)
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience using spreadsheets and databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Support environmental compliance projects, including EHS, air quality, site investigation, remediation, and due diligence
• Prepare permits, plans, and reports across regulatory programs (NPDES, EPCRA, TRI, air, stormwater, wastewater, etc.)
• Conduct compliance assessments and implement corrective actions aligned with federal, state, and local regulations
• Perform air quality analyses, emissions inventories, and evaluate control technologies
• Lead or support Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for property transactions
• Conduct fieldwork such as sampling, drilling oversight, ecological studies, and remedial system monitoring
• Analyze environmental data and contribute to technical reporting and client deliverables
• Manage multiple project tasks within scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining quality standards
• Collaborate with Project Managers and senior leaders to drive successful project execution

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Spreadsheet experience

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental/Engineering/Related field

Tools

Excel

Databases

Job description

ERM in Boston seeks a Consulting Senior Associate, Sustainable Operations, to help clients address environmental challenges across compliance, due diligence, and remediation. You will analyze air quality data, support site assessments, and contribute to regulatory alignment and long-term sustainability strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 1+ year (3–5 preferred) of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple