Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Permitting – Due Diligence Project Manager

ERM

Managing environmental permitting and due diligence for ERM, a global sustainability consultancy. Leading compliance, risk mitigation, project delivery, and client relationships for technology infrastructure developments.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $124,245 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental risk evaluations, permitting, and compliance management, with a strong focus on project management and client relationship development. Proficient in preparing technical reports and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.

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Environmental PermittingProject ManagementTechnical Report PreparationClient Relationship ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Environmental Risk EvaluationWildlife AssessmentsWetland DelineationsMitigation StrategiesRegulatory Agency InteractionConceptual Master PlanningDue DiligenceHealth and Safety ProtocolsBudget MonitoringSchedule Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipClient Relationship BuildingAdaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

Industry Keywords

Environmental ScienceBiologyEcologyAir Quality PermittingMulti-Media Regulatory ComplianceCapital ProjectsProposal PreparationStakeholder CommunicationQuality AssuranceBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead environmental risk evaluations, permitting, and approvals for technology infrastructure and major capital projects
Identify permitting requirements during site acquisition and due diligence processes
Manage regulatory agency interactions and develop mitigation strategies for environmental risks
Collaborate with architecture and engineering partners on conceptual master planning
Communicate environmental requirements to legal, real estate, design, and sustainability stakeholders
Oversee preparation of reports, permitting documents, and environmental reviews at federal and state levels
Serve as project manager, technical expert, and QA/QC reviewer to ensure quality and compliance
Drive business development through proposal preparation and client relationship management
Monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, and health and safety protocols
Work across ERM’s global network to share best practices and deliver results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, environmental science, biology/ecology, planning, program management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
4+ years of relevant experience in environmental permitting and/or due diligence
Proven ability to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and lead multidisciplinary teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience preparing technical reports and presenting to clients
Ability to build and maintain client relationships
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
Experience with permitting timelines, risk identification, and mitigation strategies preferred
Technical skills in wildlife or ecological surveys, such as wetland delineations and wildlife assessments, preferred
Familiarity with air quality permitting and multi-media regulatory compliance programs preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus pay may be available
Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Ongoing development opportunities across technical, business, and personal growth subject areas