Managing Consultant, Scientist, Biological Field Services (Senior Level) at Environmental Resources Management Inc in Walnut Creek, California

Job Description:

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is currently hiring Managing Consultant, Scientist, Biological Field Services for projects located in Northern California. This position focuses on working closely in collaboration with a larger team of natural resources specialists providing environmental services for various client projects and construction sites. This role requires providing high-quality analytical support to ERM clients through close work with other team members. Assignments will include desk-based work as well as travel to conduct fieldwork (potentially up to 70% of the time). Field crews will conduct fieldwork in a safe manner in alignment with ERM and the client’s safety expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In this position, you will execute field assignments and provide technical analyses in your areas of specialization and support additional analyses outside of your areas of specialization, working collaboratively with experts in other fields and with other technical backgrounds.

• Provide technical consulting and provide permitting support in a variety of sectors including mining, oil and gas, power and transmission, and renewable/alternative energy.




• Perform project activities to contribute to the successful completion of client deliverables through the collection of field data, organizing and analyzing collected data, literature review, and report writing.




• Assignments will include desktop work and domestic travel to conduct fieldwork. 




• Complete work assignments in accordance with ERM's management system, format and quality standards.




• Utilize digital tools for data collection and mapping including ArcGIS Online, Survey123, etc. 




• Commitment to teamwork and ability to follow established processes and protocols while also confident with identifying process improvements to provide benefit to the client.




• Permit application assistance, as requested.




• Other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in natural science field of study preferred.




• 4+ years of relevant experience.




• Proficient in computer software including Excel, and MS word.




• Ability to multi-task, maintains flexibility, and works independently with minimal supervision on projects with expedited deadlines.




• Strong communication and organizational skills.




• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.




• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.




• Ability to work weekends, on-call as-needed.




• Ability to work in the field for an extended period.




• 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 to various client locations across a large geographical area.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• 7+ years of relevant experience.

For the Managing Consultant, Scientist, Biological Field Services position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $87,316 – $96,041.  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/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. (Casual employees and regular employees scheduled under 20 hours a week are not benefits eligible).

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ 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, vested, and determinable. 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.

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!