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As a Senior Consultant, Sustainable Operations, based in Rochester, New York, you’ll partner with major industrial and global clients to solve complex environmental challenges, strengthen operational resilience, and influence decisions that impact communities, ecosystems, and long‑term sustainability. As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

<div>Shape the future of sustainable industry with data-driven environmental impact.As organizations face rising regulatory expectations and growing pressure to operate responsibly, this role places you at the center of meaningful change. As a Senior Consultant, Sustainable Operations, based in Rochester, New York, you’ll partner with major industrial and global clients to solve complex environmental challenges, strengthen operational resilience, and influence decisions that impact communities, ecosystems, and long‑term sustainability. This is an opportunity to grow your consulting career while contributing to work that truly makes a difference.<h2>Why This Role Matters</h2>Industrial organizations are navigating a fast‑evolving landscape of environmental risk, compliance requirements, and climate expectations. Your expertise will help clients meet these demands with confidence—delivering technical insights, innovative solutions, and reliable execution across high‑visibility projects. This role strengthens ERM’s ability to guide clients toward safer, more compliant, and more sustainable operations.<h2>What Your Impact Is</h2><ul><li>You’ll serve as a trusted technical resource on environmental compliance, permitting, site investigation, and remediation.</li><li>You’ll help clients make decisions rooted in accurate data—through assessments, analyses, modeling, and reporting.</li><li>You’ll contribute to projects that protect air, water, and land while supporting safer industrial operations.</li><li>You’ll help ensure projects stay on scope, on budget, and on schedule, supporting Partners and Project Managers across ERM’s portfolio.</li><li>You’ll gain increasing responsibility for managing project tasks and leading components of complex engagements.</li></ul><h2>What You’ll Bring</h2><h3>Required</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering; Chemistry; Environmental Science; or a related discipline. Or equivalent experience.</li><li>3–4 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.</li><li>Strong hands-on skills with spreadsheets and databases.</li><li>Excellent time management, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills, with experience compiling or writing technical data and reports.</li><li>Curiosity, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.</li><li>This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.</li></ul><h3>Preferred</h3><ul><li>Master’s degree and/or Professional Engineer (PE) credential.</li></ul><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance, air quality management, site investigation and remediation, and due diligence transaction projects.</li><li>Prepare environmental plans, permits, and reports related to hazardous waste, air quality, stormwater, NPDES, wastewater, spill prevention, and EPCRA Tier II/TRI programs.</li><li>Perform environmental compliance assessments and support corrective actions to meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct air quality analyses, prepare emission inventory reports, quantify pollutant emissions and impacts, and evaluate air pollution control technologies.</li><li>Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments to support property transfer transactions.</li><li>Conduct field activities, including sampling, ecological studies, drilling, well installation, remedial pilot tests, construction oversight, and O&M of remedial systems.</li><li>Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on‑site assistance when needed.</li><li>Compile and evaluate environmental data; assist with report preparation.</li><li>Execute multiple projects within defined scope, budget, and schedule expectations, ensuring high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Support ERM Partners‑in‑Charge and Project Managers in effectively managing projects and client relationships.</li></ul><div>For the Senior Consultant, Sustainable Operations position, the anticipated annual base pay is $82,300–$101,235 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). </div><div>We offer a 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 to eligible employees. </div><div>Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. <div>Who We Are:  As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. </div><div>At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. </div><div>Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.  </div><div>ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. </div><div>ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  </div><div>Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-Hybrid</div></div></div><ul></ul><img alt=" " height="1" src="https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=2ad4654a06877fa4e937d8fcfae9ea78&view" width="1"/>

ERM Consulting & Engineering, Inc.

Senior Consultant, Sustainable Operations

Air Quality

Analysis Skills

Budget Management

Budgeting

Chemistry

Communication Skills

Compiler Technology

Construction

Consulting

Corrective Action

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Customer Support/Service

Data Analysis

Detail Oriented

Diversity

Drilling

Due Diligence

Ecosystems

Employee Relationship Management (ERM)

Environmental Compliance

Environmental Health

Environmental Impact

Environmental Sciences

Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)

Federal Laws and Regulations

Hazardous Materials/Substances

Industrial Organization

Inventory Reports

Mechanical Engineering

Multitasking

Operational Support

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Professional Engineer

Project/Program Management

Quality Management

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Requirements

Risk

Safety/Work Safety

Spreadsheets

State Laws and Regulations

Strategic Planning

Sustainability

Technical Delivery

Technical Strategy

Technical Support

Technical Writing

Time Management

Well Installation

Writing Skills

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As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues.

<div>Are you a seasoned leader ready to guide complex, high‑visibility infrastructure projects that shape the future of North America’s energy landscape? At ERM, you’ll direct multidisciplinary teams, influence strategic siting and permitting decisions, and ensure the technical integrity of work that drives meaningful environmental outcomes.Why This Role MattersAs energy infrastructure expands to meet growing demand for reliability and resilience, thoughtful land use planning and visual impact evaluation are essential. ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Land Use & Visual Impact Planner to help clients navigate complex siting environments, regulatory pathways, and stakeholder expectations. Your expertise will strengthen ERM’s ability to deliver trusted assessments that enable responsible development across North America.What Your Impact IsIn this role, you will:<ul><li>Lead environmental planning, impact assessments, and permitting for major infrastructure initiatives.</li><li>Produce high-quality Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and technical reports that stand up to regulatory and stakeholder review.</li><li>Coordinate multidisciplinary teams—including GIS, visual simulation specialists, and technical experts—to deliver clear, defensible analyses.</li><li>Serve as a strategic partner to clients, helping them solve problems, anticipate challenges, and advance their projects with confidence.</li><li>Mentor emerging planners and analysts, strengthening ERM’s technical bench and collaborative team culture.</li></ul>What You’ll BringRequired<ul><li>BA/BS in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, or related field.</li><li>5–10 years of consulting experience in environmental impact assessment, permitting, and visual analysis.</li><li>Proven success managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.</li><li>Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to interpret maps, schematics, and site layouts.</li><li>Familiarity with NEPA, federal and state regulatory frameworks, and agency-specific VIA methodologies (e.g., BLM, FHWA, USFS, BOEM).</li><li>Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel (10–15%) to various client locations across a large geographical area. </li><li>This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>MA/MS in a relevant discipline.</li><li>Professional certifications such as PE, CEP, AICP, or similar.</li><li>Experience supporting or leading business development initiatives.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and contribute to environmental impact assessments, land planning, facility siting, and permitting for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects.</li><li>Produce, manage, and review Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and related technical deliverables.</li><li>Coordinate and integrate work from multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Serve as a task manager or project manager, overseeing budgets, timelines, and quality standards.</li><li>Mentor technical staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing project environment.</li><li>Conduct site visits and maintain direct client communication to support successful project delivery.</li></ul></div>For the Managing Consultant, Land Use & Visual Impact Planner position, the anticipated annual base pay is $93,023–$116,955 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).We offer a 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 to eligible employees.<div>Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Thank you for your interest in ERM!#LI-Hybrid</div><img alt=" " height="1" src="https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=a7cbee2dc0c3797ad34eeebf9e0d998c&view" width="1"/>

Environmental Resources Management, Inc.

Managing Consultant, Land Use & Visual Impact Planner

Business Development

Channel Strategies

Cross-Functional

Customer Relations

Develop and Maintain Customers

Driver's License

Facilities Planning

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Geography

Land Use

Mentoring

Problem Solving Skills

Project Schedule

Quality Metrics

Simulation

Team Player

Willing to Travel

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

ERM is hiring Environmental Inspector to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase of a data center project in Bethesda, MD. This is a full-time (50 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 2 years.RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Preparing and conducting environmental training for construction personnel.</li><li>Conducting field inspections, monitoring and field survey work as directed.</li><li>Interacting with and serving as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory agency staff, landowners, contractors, clients, and other project members and conducting required agency notifications.</li><li>Reviewing and implementing project documents and providing direction, support, and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.</li><li>Providing technical leadership, support, and direction to field staff.  This includes participating in daily and weekly compliance and project management meetings with the Contractor, Owner, and Tennant.</li><li>Critically assessing environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential environmental impacts from construction.</li><li>Evaluating potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.</li><li>Overseeing the proper implementation of mitigation measures.</li><li>Conducting environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.).</li><li>Overseeing and verifying flagging of wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resources exclusion zones, refueling zones, etc.</li><li>Inspecting and documenting compliance with a project's environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports that provide up-to-date and consistent written and photo documentation of activities observed in the field.</li><li>Participating in various construction meetings.</li><li>Preparing documentation to support requests for variances from environmental permits.</li><li>Evaluating restoration activities.</li><li>Performing additional tasks as assigned or required.</li></ul>REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years work experience in an environmental compliance position for a company in the environmental/construction industry or as an environmental consultant. A minimum of 8 years of experience is required for individuals without a bachelor’s degree.</li><li>Certification as an Environmental Specialist (CES), Erosion Sediment & Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or similar qualification required. Willingness to obtain any of these certifications as soon as practicable, if not already held.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.</li><li>Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services including building construction and mass grading.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and online inspection platforms. Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and digital cameras.</li><li>An understanding of construction (e.g., pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.</li><li>Meticulous oversight by highly skilled individuals stationed in the field throughout construction to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.</li><li>Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.</li><li>The ability to travel extensively and to work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.</li><li>Be physically fit and able to:<ul><li>Walk/hike for up to 10 hours per day on possible uneven, steep, challenging terrain.</li><li>Be able to carry up to 10 pounds of equipment while walking/hiking.</li><li>Work in all weather conditions.</li></ul></li></ul>Who We Are:As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM!Pay Transparency:For the Environmental Inspector position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $73,000 – $78,000, $35.09/hr- $37.50/hr, limited-term, non-exempt.  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above.  This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees.*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.  Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.  Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.You can apply for this role through <a href="https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/" rel="nofollow">https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/</a> or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.<img alt=" " height="1" src="https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=323b48c9b7b46c6b13cebfa22bf15958&view" width="1"/>

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