Managing Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG)

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At ERM, we're recognized as the leader in sustainability consultancy, partnering with the world's leading organizations to create innovative solutions and unlock commercial opportunities.

Why This Role Matters

Our Transaction Advisory team is experiencing significant growth, serving a robust client base including Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, and global corporations. As a Managing Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG), you'll play a pivotal role in delivering ESG and EHS due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and portfolio assessments, helping clients navigate complex sustainability challenges and seize opportunities in a dynamic market.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver ESG and EHS due diligence projects from local to global scale.
• Analyze complex data to articulate commercial implications of sustainability risks.
• Collaborate across regions and practice communities to ensure seamless project execution.
• Drive client engagement and maintain strong relationships through exceptional delivery.

What Your Impact Is

• Lead medium to large-scale due diligence and ESG advisory projects for private equity and corporate clients.
• Provide actionable insights on environmental, health, safety, and social risks that influence business decisions.
• Advising clients on liabilities, risks, and opportunities associated with transactions across diverse sectors.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and collaborate with ERM’s global network of subject matter experts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, climate science, environmental science, geology, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in environmental consulting with a focus on due diligence projects.
• Strong knowledge of ASTM Phase I standards and core business/legal concepts of transactions.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and multi-sector experience (e.g., O&G, manufacturing, chemicals, infrastructure).
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills; proven ability to write comprehensive technical reports.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, manage multiple projects, and travel as needed.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising on ESG strategies and climate-related risks.
• Exposure to private equity or financial sector transactions.

Location Preference

Preferred Location: Houston, TX.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture. Join us and make a meaningful impact in shaping the future of sustainability in global business transactions.

Pay & Schedule

Commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions

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.