Strategic ESG & EHS Due Diligence Lead

Sigma Earth; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM’s Transaction Advisory team is seeking a Managing Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG) based in Houston, Austin, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans. You will lead due diligence and ESG engagements for private equity and corporate clients, delivering practical insights on EH&S risks and opportunities across industries.

You will advise on liabilities, build senior stakeholder relationships, and collaborate with ERM’s global experts to ensure high-quality advisory output in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, climate science, environmental science, geology, or related field.
• At least four years of environmental consulting experience, particularly in due diligence.
• Solid understanding of ASTM Phase I standards and transaction-related concepts.
• Familiar with environmental regulations; experience across oil/gas, manufacturing, chemicals, infrastructure.
• Strong communication, organization, and technical report-writing skills; travel as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; note: visa sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium- to large-scale due diligence and ESG advisory engagements for private equity and corporate clients.
• Provide practical, decision-oriented insights into environmental, health, safety, and social risks.
• Advise clients on liabilities, exposures, and opportunities across various industries.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and ERM’s global experts.
• Deliver high-quality advisory support in a fast-moving market.

Skills

Environmental due diligence

Stakeholder management

Technical report writing

Client advisory

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering or environmental science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ERM’s Transaction Advisory team is seeking a Managing Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG) based in Houston, Austin, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans. You will lead due diligence and ESG engagements for private equity and corporate clients, delivering practical insights on EH&S risks and opportunities across industries.

You will advise on liabilities, build senior stakeholder relationships, and collaborate with ERM’s global experts to ensure high-quality advisory output in a fast-paced environment.