Managing Consultant, Land Use & Visual Impact Planner at Erm in Rochester, NY | USD93,023-116,955 | Kablio

Role

Description

visual impact

impact assessments

client partner

project management

mentoring

team coordination

Mentor emerging planners and analysts, strengthening ERM’s technical bench and collaborative team culture.
Produce, manage, and review Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and related technical deliverables.
Serve as a strategic partner to clients, helping them solve problems, anticipate challenges, and advance their projects with confidence.
Conduct site visits and maintain direct client communication to support successful project delivery.
Lead environmental planning, impact assessments, and permitting for major infrastructure initiatives.
Lead and contribute to environmental impact assessments, land planning, facility siting, and permitting for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects.
Mentor technical staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing project environment.
Coordinate and integrate work from multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Serve as a task manager or project manager, overseeing budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
Produce high-quality Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and technical reports that stand up to regulatory and stakeholder review.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams—including GIS, visual simulation specialists, and technical experts—to deliver clear, defensible analyses.

Requirements

pe certification

nepa

project management

technical writing

business development

driver's license

BA/BS in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, or related field.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel (10–15%) to various client locations across a large geographical area.
MA/MS in a relevant discipline.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Experience supporting or leading business development initiatives.
Ability to interpret maps, schematics, and site layouts.
Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.
Proven success managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
Familiarity with NEPA, federal and state regulatory frameworks, and agency-specific VIA methodologies (e.g., BLM, FHWA, USFS, BOEM).
5–10 years of consulting experience in environmental impact assessment, permitting, and visual analysis.
Professional certifications such as PE, CEP, AICP, or similar.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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

visual impact

impact assessments

client partner

project management

mentoring

team coordination

Mentor emerging planners and analysts, strengthening ERM’s technical bench and collaborative team culture.
Produce, manage, and review Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and related technical deliverables.
Serve as a strategic partner to clients, helping them solve problems, anticipate challenges, and advance their projects with confidence.
Conduct site visits and maintain direct client communication to support successful project delivery.
Lead environmental planning, impact assessments, and permitting for major infrastructure initiatives.
Lead and contribute to environmental impact assessments, land planning, facility siting, and permitting for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects.
Mentor technical staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing project environment.
Coordinate and integrate work from multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Serve as a task manager or project manager, overseeing budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
Produce high-quality Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and technical reports that stand up to regulatory and stakeholder review.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams—including GIS, visual simulation specialists, and technical experts—to deliver clear, defensible analyses.

Requirements

pe certification

nepa

project management

technical writing

business development

driver's license

BA/BS in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, or related field.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel (10–15%) to various client locations across a large geographical area.
MA/MS in a relevant discipline.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Experience supporting or leading business development initiatives.
Ability to interpret maps, schematics, and site layouts.
Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.
Proven success managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
Familiarity with NEPA, federal and state regulatory frameworks, and agency-specific VIA methodologies (e.g., BLM, FHWA, USFS, BOEM).
5–10 years of consulting experience in environmental impact assessment, permitting, and visual analysis.
Professional certifications such as PE, CEP, AICP, or similar.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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