Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from ERM

  • Job overview

    The Managing Consultant, Environmental Contaminated Site Management - Engineer / Geologist role at ERM involves leading contaminated site projects, providing senior technical expertise, and supporting business growth in the Mountains and Pacific Business Unit.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role includes managing site investigation and remediation projects, preparing remedial documents, designing remedial solutions, overseeing multiple projects, mentoring junior staff, coordinating with global teams, developing client relationships, and participating in business development.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers an annual base pay range of $94,595 to $132,849 USD, eligibility for an annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and retirement plans.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in engineering or geology, 4+ years of relevant experience with complex site remediation projects, business development skills, knowledge of regulatory frameworks, strong communication and negotiation skills, and ability to mentor staff; 6+ years experience and professional engineering certification are preferred.

  • Career development

    The role provides opportunities to advance to senior leadership within a global environmental consultancy, with exposure to international projects and collaboration with global experts.

  • Work environment and culture

    ERM emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative environment with a global team of experts focused on sustainability and innovative environmental solutions.

  • Company information

    ERM is the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, partnering with leading organizations to provide environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services worldwide.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join ERM's Contaminated Site Management technical team in Seattle or Portland, working with a global network of technical experts and collaborating across regions.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Seattle, Washington or Portland, Oregon, with coordination across ERM offices in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe; some travel may be involved.

  • Application process

    Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter via ERM's careers website; ERM does not accept resumes from recruiting agencies and requests no unsolicited resumes.

  • Unique job features

    This senior-level role offers leadership in innovative contaminated site management projects, involvement in business development, and the chance to work within a global sustainability consultancy with a strong reputation.

Company overview

ERM (Environmental Resources Management) is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services. They offer strategic advice and technical solutions to help clients manage their environmental and social impacts, ensuring compliance and sustainability. Founded in 1971, ERM has a rich history of supporting industries such as oil and gas, mining, power, and manufacturing. The company generates revenue through consulting fees, project management, and long-term partnerships with multinational corporations, leveraging their expertise to drive sustainable practices and regulatory adherence.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your leadership in managing complex site investigation and remediation projects, highlighting experience with contaminated soil and groundwater remediation technologies relevant to ERM's Contaminated Site Management service line.

  • Showcase your expertise in regulatory frameworks such as CERCLA, RCRA, Oregon RBDM, and Washington MTCA, and your ability to negotiate with state and local regulators, which are key for this role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including ERM's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility for this senior-level position.

  • Connect with ERM professionals in the Contaminated Site Management division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent ERM sustainability projects or asking about their experience working on multi-regional remediation efforts.

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