Erm
Global consultancy delivering environmental, health, safety, risk, social and sustainability services.
13 hours ago
$61,299 - $75,562
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Walnut Creek, California, United States
Field
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
permit management
regulatory compliance
progress tracking
data coordination
client relations
stakeholder communication
You will drive successful permit applications from start to finish, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements, achieve deadlines, and keep stakeholders informed. By coordinating across teams and agencies, you will help deliver solutions that protect ecosystems, maintain safety, and support sustainable energy infrastructure.
Key duties include leading permit applications, tracking progress, coordinating data collection, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, agencies, and internal teams. You will stay current on regulatory changes, contribute to programmatic planning, and actively share knowledge within a collaborative team environment.
- Lead and manage vegetation management permit applications, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Track and monitor permit progress, providing timely updates to internal teams and clients.
- Coordinate with project managers and field teams to collect and verify permit data.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and incorporate them into programmatic planning.
- Participate actively in team meetings and share knowledge with colleagues.
Requirements
environmental degree
permitting exp
safety regs
excel
detail focus
communication
The position requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management or a related field, or equivalent experience, along with 1–3 years of experience supporting environmental or utility permitting. Candidates must have strong knowledge of federal and state health and safety regulations, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple permits under tight deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication, proficiency in Excel, and a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset are also essential. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
- Hold an associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management, or a related field.
- Possess 1–3 years of experience supporting environmental or utility permitting.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of federal and state health & safety regulations.
- Manage multiple permits under tight deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients and agencies.
- Proficient in Excel and adaptable to new permitting software.
- Preferred: experience with railroad easement permitting, safety program auditing, and regulatory research.
Benefits
The anticipated annual base pay ranges from $61,299 to $75,562, with eligibility for bonus pay depending on performance and business needs. ERM offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and retirement plans such as 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP.
- Benefit: comprehensive package including PTO, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, and retirement plans.
Training + Development
Interview process
- candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Visa Sponsorship
- this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Security clearance
Overview
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
- Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
- Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
- Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
- Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
- Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
Culture + Values
- Safety is our number one priority.
- We are passionate about what we do.
- We collaborate to achieve excellence.
- We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
- We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
- We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
- Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
- Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
- Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
- They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.