Senior Environmental Permitting & Impact Leader

ERM; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks a seasoned Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor to shape the future of energy infrastructure across the Gulf region, spanning traditional and renewable projects.

You will lead siting, permitting, and environmental impact assessments, manage cross-functional teams, and foster client relationships while advancing toward leadership pathways within ERM. The role emphasizes delivering compliant, timely outcomes for complex capital developments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of consulting or energy sector experience (10+ preferred).
• Proven success in project management and client relationship development.
• Expertise in local, state, and federal permitting (e.g., USACE, FERC, BOEM, USFWS).
• Strong communication skills—technical and commercial.
• Business acumen and a track record of delivering annual sales.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting and impact assessment for capital energy projects (traditional and renewable).
• Lead multi-media permitting for capital projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations—including oversight from agencies like the USACE, USFWS, FERC, and BOEM.
• Serve as Project Manager on complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships
• Collaborate with ERM’s leadership and account teams to drive commercial growth
• Contribute to go-to-market strategies and business development efforts
• Deliver high-quality technical work and ensure regulatory compliance
• Support team development and contribute to ERM’s inclusive, high-performance culture

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Client relationship development

Communication skills

Business acumen

Team leadership

Permitting expertise

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Equivalent experience

Job description

ERM seeks a seasoned Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting and Impact Assessor to shape the future of energy infrastructure across the Gulf region, spanning traditional and renewable projects.

You will lead siting, permitting, and environmental impact assessments, manage cross-functional teams, and foster client relationships while advancing toward leadership pathways within ERM. The role emphasizes delivering compliant, timely outcomes for complex capital developments.