Principal Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables at Erm in Irvine, CA | USD104,236-156,352 | Kablio

Role

Description

impact assessment

regulatory permitting

ceqa/nepa

technical studies

permit strategy

compliance management

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

Requirements

ceqa

nepa

bs/ms

6+ years

utility relations

leadership

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

Benefits

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

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

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

impact assessment

regulatory permitting

ceqa/nepa

technical studies

permit strategy

compliance management

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

Requirements

ceqa

nepa

bs/ms

6+ years

utility relations

leadership

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

Benefits

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

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

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