Principal Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables

Description

• Work on some of the most challenging and high-profile development projects in the world.
• Direct permitting and compliance for telecom, energy infrastructure, and linear development projects.
• Mentor consultants, identify emerging talent, and foster a high-performance team culture.
• Collaborate with Account Directors to expand ERM’s services and deliver strategic value to clients.
• Lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale power and renewable projects.
• Drive innovation in impact assessment and permitting strategies to accelerate project timelines.
• Serve as Project Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for CEQA/NEPA impact assessments and natural resource permitting.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to California utilities and technology clients on CEQA/NEPA and natural resource permitting.
• Collaborate with a global network of sustainability experts and thought leaders.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, financial targets, and client satisfaction metrics.
• Develop permit strategies, prepare applications, and negotiate conditions with state and federal agencies.
• Drive innovation within ERM’s Impact Assessment and Planning service offering.
• Prepare technical studies and environmental impact documents (EIRs, Biological Constraints Reports).
• Mentor and develop emerging talent while contributing to ERM’s growth trajectory.

Requirements

• Recognized technical authority and positive reputation with regulatory agencies.
• Proven track record delivering multi-million-dollar environmental programs or winning strategic projects.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and team development.
• Business acumen to identify opportunities and deliver enterprise-wide solutions.
• Established relationships with California utilities (PG&E, SCE, Sempra) and key regulators.
• BS/MS in biology, environmental science, or related field.
• 6+ years of consulting experience with substantial expertise in California electric/gas transmission and generation markets.
• Experience cultivating new client relationships with Bay Area technology, media, and telecommunications companies.
• Strong knowledge of CEQA/NEPA impact assessment best practices and permitting processes.

Benefits

• Access a clear path to partnership after demonstrating leadership and performance success.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance