ERM

Managing Consultant, Environmental Compliance Manager

ERM

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Walnut Creek • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $94,990 - $124,245 per year

About the role

  • Ensure construction and permitting activities meet stringent environmental and safety standards.
  • Guide compliance strategies from planning through construction.
  • Keep projects on track, mitigate risks, and uphold environmental integrity.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies to shape outcomes.
  • Manage environmental compliance during construction, ensuring adherence to CEQA, Biological Opinions, Clean Water Act permits, Section 106 consultations, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Interpret and implement mitigation measures; proactively resolve compliance issues.
  • Coordinate field staff, including Environmental Inspectors, Biologists, Cultural Resource Specialists, and Water Quality Specialists.
  • Provide technical consulting for permitting and compliance on power generation, transmission, and renewable energy projects.
  • Support large compliance programs through data management and communication.
  • Prepare impact assessment deliverables, including reports, data analysis, and recommendations.
  • Collaborate with ERM teams across offices on environmental impact assessments, facility siting, risk assessment, and water resource management.
  • Ensure all work meets ERM’s quality, budget, and schedule standards.
  • Engage directly with clients and subject matter experts to deliver strategic compliance solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science/engineering, biology/ecology, planning, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in compliance management, impact assessment, and environmental permitting (consulting experience preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of CEQA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and related regulations.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, including technical report writing.
  • 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 to various client locations across a large geographical area.
Benefits
  • paid time off
  • parental leave
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • disability
  • AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
  • other applicable benefits to eligible employees
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
environmental complianceimpact assessmentpermittingdata analysismitigation measuresproject managementtechnical report writingrisk assessmentwater resource managementenvironmental consulting
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingtime managementclient engagementteam coordinationstrategic thinkingadaptabilityleadershipinterpersonal skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreevalid driver's license