Senior Ecological Lead for Energy & Transmission Projects

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

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist in Rolling Meadows, IL to lead biological and ecological efforts on energy projects, including renewable energy and electric transmission. You will oversee environmental impact assessments, permitting, compliance, and ecological field studies, collaborating with Project Managers and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes.

With a required 4–6 years in related consulting, you will apply expertise to navigate regulatory requirements and manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, environmental studies, planning, or related natural resources science or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of consulting or applicable experience with capital project development, especially with impact assessment from a biological perspective.
• Experience with federal, state, and local permitting is required.
• Working knowledge of key regulations, including NEPA, Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Endangered Species Act.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project teams and delivery.
• Proven client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior biological leadership on environmental impact assessments for energy and sustainability-related projects.
• Prepare plans, permits, and reports for wetlands and threatened and endangered species consultations and surveys for renewable energy and associated electric transmission projects.
• Perform environmental compliance assessments and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Conduct field work, including ecological field studies.
• Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance, as needed.
• Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation.
• Perform project tasks within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Data management

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in biology/environmental science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Scientist in Rolling Meadows, IL to lead biological and ecological efforts on energy projects, including renewable energy and electric transmission. You will oversee environmental impact assessments, permitting, compliance, and ecological field studies, collaborating with Project Managers and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes.

With a required 4–6 years in related consulting, you will apply expertise to navigate regulatory requirements and manage