Senior Environmental Consultant - NEPA & Fieldwork

ERM; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Travel opportunities

Job summary

ERM is a leading global sustainability consultancy seeking a Senior Consultant, Scientist to support NEPA environmental assessments, ecological surveys, and permitting on domestic and international projects. You will contribute to technical reports and client deliverables while collaborating with project teams and regulators.

You will travel to client locations across a broad geography, uphold safety and quality standards, and participate in a comprehensive benefits package with growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural science, environmental engineering, or related discipline (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• 3+ years of relevant environmental experience, including internships or fieldwork.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing or contributing to technical documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support NEPA Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for domestic and international development projects.
• Assist with biological and ecological field surveys, data collection, and literature reviews.
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, environmental documentation, and client deliverables.
• Support the preparation of multi-media plans and permits, including coordination with agencies such as FERC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and state agencies.
• Provide technical support on land use planning, facility siting, risk assessment, and water resources management.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, clients, regulators, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Deliver work within defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in environmental sc.

3+ years of environmental experience

Technical writing

Multitasking

Safety & quality

Driver's license

No immigration sponsorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

ERM is a leading global sustainability consultancy seeking a Senior Consultant, Scientist to support NEPA environmental assessments, ecological surveys, and permitting on domestic and international projects. You will contribute to technical reports and client deliverables while collaborating with project teams and regulators.

You will travel to client locations across a broad geography, uphold safety and quality standards, and participate in a comprehensive benefits package with growth