Consulting Director, Scientist

• Lead environmental permitting efforts for infrastructure, energy, renewable energy, water, and public-sector projects.
• Prepare and manage permit applications, regulatory submissions, and supporting technical documentation.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects from planning through permitting and construction support, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, schedules, budgets, and client communications.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders, and support business development.

This role ensures that complex infrastructure, energy, and public-sector projects navigate regulatory landscapes effectively while protecting environmentally sensitive resources, balancing development and environmental stewardship.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, wetlands science, ecological permitting, or related environmental management fields.
• Demonstrated experience managing environmental permitting programs for complex infrastructure and development projects.
• Extensive knowledge of wetland regulations, environmental permitting processes, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Annual base pay range: $143,250–$183,509 (USD). Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits. May be eligible for bonus pay.

ERM is the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, partnering with leading organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.