Technical Partner, Natural Resources

ERM

Technical Partner leading natural-resources consulting for ERM, the world’s largest sustainability consultancy. Growing energy-sector relationships, environmental programs, and multidisciplinary teams across North America.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeOverland Park • California, Kansas, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $175,000 - $202,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental consulting with a focus on biological resources, ecological restoration, and habitat conservation. Proven ability to lead business development initiatives and manage client relationships in the Power, Diversified Energy, and Technology sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental ConsultingBusiness DevelopmentMitigation And EcorestorationClient Relationship ManagementProject Delivery Excellence

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Hard Skills

Environmental ScienceEngineeringHCPsRegional PermittingMitigation BanksVegetation Management Plans

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationClient Engagement

Industry Keywords

Power SectorDiversified EnergyTechnology SectorRegulatory AgenciesSustainability Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead business development and client engagement activities within the Power, Diversified Energy, and Technology sectors
Provide senior technical oversight for biological resources, ecological restoration, habitat conservation, and environmental permitting programs
Support clients through project planning, permitting, construction, and operations phases
Develop and grow key client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services
Mentor and develop technical staff and project managers
Collaborate with ERM partners and service line leaders to support regional and national growth initiatives
Drive project delivery excellence while meeting financial, safety, and quality objectives
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients developing and operating major infrastructure projects
Help expand ERM's market presence and technical capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field
15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting
Proven leadership in mitigation and ecorestoration, including endangered species and habitat conservation
Deep understanding of conventional and renewable energy markets in North America
Strong business development track record generating and delivering multi-million-dollar programs
Expertise in HCPs and regional permitting
Experience establishing mitigation banks and writing vegetation management plans preferred
Existing client relationships in the Power, Diversified Energy, and/or Technology sector preferred
Familiarity with utility commissions, regulatory agencies, and emerging sustainability trends preferred
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity ownership/shareholder opportunity
Bonus pay eligibility
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