Senior Ecological Lead for Energy Projects

ERM; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist in Rolling Meadows, IL to apply biological expertise to environmental impact assessments, permitting, and ecological field studies for energy projects. You will lead project teams and collaborate with Project Managers and regulators to advance sustainable energy infrastructure.

You will work across projects and geographies, building an individualized career path within ERM while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of consulting or applicable experience with capital project development.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting.
• Knowledge of NEPA, CWA §404, RHA §10, and ESA §7.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and client management.
• Ability to manage teams and deliver on scope/budget/schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior biological leadership on environmental impact assessments.
• Prepare plans, permits, and reports for wetlands and species consultations and surveys.
• Perform environmental compliance assessments and corrective actions.
• Conduct ecological field studies and site surveys.
• Support project teams to deliver exceptional client value.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project leadership

Client relations

Field studies

Environmental compliance

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in biology/environmental studies/related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist in Rolling Meadows, IL to apply biological expertise to environmental impact assessments, permitting, and ecological field studies for energy projects. You will lead project teams and collaborate with Project Managers and regulators to advance sustainable energy infrastructure.

You will work across projects and geographies, building an individualized career path within ERM while delivering high-quality outcomes.