Technical Partner, Natural Resources - Energy & Ecology

ERM; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Technical Partner to grow our Natural Resources practice across North America, focusing on power, renewable energy, and technology clients. This hybrid role can be based in any US office and will provide senior technical leadership in biological resources, ecological mitigation, and environmental permitting.

You will lead business development, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and help expand ERM's market presence while delivering complex environmental solutions for energy and

Qualifications

• BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting.
• Leadership in mitigation and ecorestoration, including endangered species and habitat conservation.
• Deep understanding of conventional and renewable energy markets in North America.
• Strong business development track record delivering multi-million-dollar programs.
• Expertise in HCPs, and regional permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and client engagement within Power, Diversified Energy, and Technology sectors.
• Provide senior technical leadership for biological resources, ecological restoration, habitat conservation, and environmental permitting programs.
• Support clients through planning, permitting, construction, and operations phases.
• Develop and grow key client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Mentor and develop technical staff and project managers.
• Collaborate with ERM partners and service line leaders to support growth.
• Drive project delivery excellence while meeting financial, safety, and quality objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Environmental resources

Ecological restoration

HCPs & permitting

Energy markets NA

Education

BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field

Job description

ERM is seeking a Technical Partner to grow our Natural Resources practice across North America, focusing on power, renewable energy, and technology clients. This hybrid role can be based in any US office and will provide senior technical leadership in biological resources, ecological mitigation, and environmental permitting.

You will lead business development, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and help expand ERM's market presence while delivering complex environmental solutions for energy and