Consulting Director, Permitting Specialist at Erm in Buffalo-Niagara Falls Area | USD147,670-173,400 | Kablio

Role

Description

business development

team leadership

permit packages

impact assessment

portfolio management

client relations

As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s full-range of Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) services. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.
Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall growth and success of technical team.
Work with ERM’s existing Capital Project service line to deepen relationships with ERM’s key clients and establish new client relationships that result in growth.
Serve as Senior Technical Advisor for permitting-related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., power and electric and gas utilities). Lead the strategic planning and preparation of permit packages, serving in roles ranging from subject matter expert to QA/QC.
Support the general growth and development of ERM’s impact assessment technical community. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment projects. Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization.
Manage a portfolio of complex capital development projects to achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

Requirements

impact assessment

environmental permitting

10+ yrs

consulting

bs/ms

client relationships

Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the power and oil/gas sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of environmental permitting requirements.
10+ years of consulting experience with state/local agencies and multi-media permitting.
BS/MS in environmental studies, natural resources-related science, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new permitting consulting services.
Well-developed team-building and influencing skills and the experience to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

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.

Articles

Careers at ERM

ERM Blog

ERM Global Locations

Role

Description

business development

team leadership

permit packages

impact assessment

portfolio management

client relations

As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s full-range of Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) services. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.
Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall growth and success of technical team.
Work with ERM’s existing Capital Project service line to deepen relationships with ERM’s key clients and establish new client relationships that result in growth.
Serve as Senior Technical Advisor for permitting-related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., power and electric and gas utilities). Lead the strategic planning and preparation of permit packages, serving in roles ranging from subject matter expert to QA/QC.
Support the general growth and development of ERM’s impact assessment technical community. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment projects. Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization.
Manage a portfolio of complex capital development projects to achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

Requirements

impact assessment

environmental permitting

10+ yrs

consulting

bs/ms

client relationships

Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the power and oil/gas sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of environmental permitting requirements.
10+ years of consulting experience with state/local agencies and multi-media permitting.
BS/MS in environmental studies, natural resources-related science, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new permitting consulting services.
Well-developed team-building and influencing skills and the experience to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

People also searched

Company

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.

Articles

Careers at ERM

ERM Blog

ERM Global Locations