ERM

Managing Consultant, Scientist, Program Manager

ERM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Walnut Creek • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $90,352 - $124,868 per year

About the role

  • Co-lead a regional program team and oversee Project Managers, ensuring alignment with client objectives and contractual deliverables
  • Own program strategy, performance, and delivery of all commitments under the contract
  • Drive staff planning, resource allocation, and organizational structure to support program success
  • Serve as a primary liaison with client leadership counterparts, maintaining proactive communication and strategic alignment
  • Facilitate collaboration across environmental, operational, and permitting teams to resolve constraints and maintain compliance
  • Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance; ensure accurate reporting and cost control
  • Develop tools and dashboards to provide visibility into program status, risks, and performance metrics
  • Establish QA/QC standards for permit packages and documentation; ensure adherence to municipal and environmental regulations
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflows and improve permitting turnaround times
  • Utilize MS Project and Excel for scheduling, tracking, and reporting; ensure familiarity with GIS and data workflows

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business, Project Management, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years leading cross-functional teams in consulting, utility, or environmental services
  • Proven ability to manage multi-project programs and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong organizational and strategic planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Excellent communication and client engagement skills, with a track record of building strong relationships
  • Proficiency in program and project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel), GIS platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
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 & Tools
program managementproject managementbudget managementforecastingQA/QC standardsworkflow optimizationperformance metricsresource allocationstrategic planningmulti-project management
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationclient engagementorganizational skillscollaborationrelationship buildingproblem-solvingstrategic alignmentproactive communicationteam management