ERM

Consulting Director, Regulatory Analyst – Utilities/Power/Renewables

ERM

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Walnut Creek • California • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $138,383 - $198,146 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead environmental permitting and CEQA/NEPA efforts for major capital projects
  • Shape regulatory strategies and negotiate with key agencies such as the California Coastal Commission
  • Drive business growth through strategic client relationships, leveraging existing contracts with PG&E, SCE, and Sempra
  • Mentor and develop high-performing teams
  • Contribute to ERM’s global leadership community

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field
  • 8+ years of consulting experience in California’s electric/gas transmission and generation markets
  • Proven success in leading CEQA/NEPA permitting and environmental impact assessments
  • Established relationships with California utility companies —particularly PG&E, SCE, and Sempra
  • Experience with CPUC General Order 131-E and CEQA best practices
  • Business acumen and strategic selling capabilities
  • Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and team development.
Benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
CEQANEPAenvironmental impact assessmentspermittingregulatory strategiesbusiness growthstrategic client relationshipsconsulting experienceCPUC General Order 131-ECEQA best practices
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringteam developmentbusiness acumenstrategic selling