Senior Consultant, Scientist

ERM

Senior Consultant, Scientist at ERM driving innovation in environmental consulting and tackling sustainability challenges. Overseeing major utility projects, ensuring ecological integrity and regulatory compliance.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeSacramento • Arizona, California, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $69,386 - $102,301 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted biological expert for major utility vegetation management operations and maintenance activities.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations while balancing ecological integrity and project success.
Mentor early-career scientists and elevate technical excellence across the team.
Contribute to ERM’s reputation for delivering world-class environmental solutions on some of the most challenging projects globally.
Lead preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents, ESA Biological Assessments, and CDFW 1602 permits.
Oversee compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
Review Biological Resource Assessments and provide QA/QC on deliverables.
Mentor junior scientists and foster technical growth within the team.
Prepare proposals, scopes, and cost estimates; support business development initiatives.
Build strong client relationships and deliver projects on time, within scope and budget.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in biological science, ecology, environmental science, or related field.
4+ years of experience in environmental consulting with expertise in Northern California biota.
Strong knowledge of ESA, CESA, CEQA, California Coastal Act, and environmental permitting.
Exceptional technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative mindset.
Commitment to safety and adherence to health protocols.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

biological assessmentsenvironmental consultingtechnical writingproject managementenvironmental regulationspermitting requirementsQA/QCcost estimationbusiness development

Soft Skills

mentoringorganizational skillscommunication skillscollaborative mindsetclient relationship buildingtime managementtechnical excellencecommitment to safety