Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist

Description

• Work with existing ERM’s IAP service line described above to deepen relationships with ERM’s key clients and establish new client relationships that result in growth.
• Develop and implement strategic business/action plan, provide leadership, and deliver performance results to expand ERM’s Impact Assessment & Planning (IAP) service area and client base in New Jersey. Serve as the leader of a “core” technical team to drive profitable growth across the IAP service lines (environmental impact assessment, land planning, facility siting & permitting, and water resources management) in New Jersey.
• Serve as Senior Technical Advisor for DLRP-related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., renewable energy projects, electric and gas utilities,). Lead the strategic planning and preparation of DLRP permit packages, serving in roles ranging from subject matter expert to QA/QC. Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall growth and success of technical team.
• Support the general growth and development of ERM’s IAP 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.
• As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s full-range of 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.

Requirements

• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies in New Jersey.
• 6+ years of consulting experience with DLRP and multi-media permitting.
• Recognized technical expertise with an established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to DLRP approvals.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services.
• BS/MS in environmental studies, natural resources-related science, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field; PWS, PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired.
• Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.
• Established relationships with Power and/or Oil and Gas companies.
• Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the Power and/or Oil and Gas sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of DLRP requirements.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance