Senior Environmental Scientist & Consultant — NEPA Fieldwork

ERM Taiwan Co. Ltd; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

ERM seeks a Senior Consultant/Scientist to advance environmental assessments and sustainable solutions for diverse projects. You’ll perform NEPA work, lead field surveys, and develop technical documents while coordinating with agencies and clients across sectors.

The role emphasizes rigorous data collection, risk analysis, and compliance with safety and quality standards in a dynamic consulting environment. Hybrid work arrangements are available for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science 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.

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

Communication

Independent work

Project coordination

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related

GPA 3.0

Job description

ERM seeks a Senior Consultant/Scientist to advance environmental assessments and sustainable solutions for diverse projects. You’ll perform NEPA work, lead field surveys, and develop technical documents while coordinating with agencies and clients across sectors.

The role emphasizes rigorous data collection, risk analysis, and compliance with safety and quality standards in a dynamic consulting environment. Hybrid work arrangements are available for suitable candidates.