Managing Consultant, Capital Project Delivery

ERM

Managing Consultant responsible for permitting and environmental assessments within energy and tech sectors. Leading projects to ensure compliance and leveraging expertise for market growth.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeIrvine • Arizona, California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,682 - $124,245 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive permitting strategies for large-scale energy and tech projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead environmental impact assessments that influence project design and execution.
Serve as a trusted advisor to developers, optimizing layouts and mitigating risks through innovative permitting solutions.
Expand ERM’s market presence by leveraging your expertise and client relationships to grow our development portfolio.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, or related natural resources field—or 8+ years equivalent experience
4+ years of project management and permitting experience in energy, tech, or similar sectors across California or Arizona
Proven expertise in federal, state, and local permitting and planning, including NEPA and CEQA compliance
Strong technical writing and communication skills for preparing concise, accurate reports and presenting findings to stakeholders
Ability to manage project budgets and invoices, multiple priorities, mentor junior team members, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multi-disciplinary technical teams
Valid driver’s license, required due to travel responsibilities
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
parental leave
medical
dental
vision
life
disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
other applicable benefits to eligible employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementpermittingenvironmental impact assessmentsNEPA complianceCEQA compliancetechnical writingbudget managementreport preparation

Soft Skills

communication skillsmentoringprioritizationteam managementadvisory skills