Managing Consultant, Scientist

About the role

Energy development is evolving rapidly, and environmental stewardship is critical to its success. As a Managing Consultant, Scientist in our Minneapolis, MN office, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring that major energy projects—from renewable initiatives to midstream oil and gas—meet rigorous environmental standards while advancing innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-site environmental projects on time and within budget.
• Develop technical proposals and drive business development initiatives.
• Prepare siting and permit applications for federal, state, and local authorities.
• Oversee preparation of technical documents, environmental plans, and compliance strategies.
• Collaborate with ERM teams on impact assessments, routing studies, and facility siting.
• Engage with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders on behalf of clients.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with health, safety, and risk standards.
• Mentor junior staff and foster technical and consulting skill development.
• Travel up to 20% for client meetings, agency interactions, and project oversight.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil/environmental engineering, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in environmental impact assessment, siting, and permitting for energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other key environmental regulations.
• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and teams effectively.
• Exceptional technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, aerial photography).
• Ability to collaborate with regulatory agencies and secure permits.

Preferred

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with FERC-regulated projects and renewable energy development.
• Business development experience, including proposal generation and client relationship management.

Qualifications

• Passionate about leadership and impact.
• Seasoned environmental professional.
• Strong technical background in environmental impact assessment, siting, and permitting for energy projects.
• Experience working on complex, fast-paced projects spanning multiple geographies and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets, and teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of key environmental regulations.
• Experience with regulatory agencies and securing permits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and foster technical and consulting skill development.
• Ability to travel up to 20% for client meetings, agency interactions, and project oversight.

Skills

• Technical writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Experience with GIS and map interpretation.
• Collaboration with regulatory agencies and securing permits.
• Project management and budgeting skills.
• Client relationship management.
• Business development experience.

Benefits

• 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.
• Potential for bonus pay based on performance and business needs.

Pay

The anticipated annual base pay for this position ranges from $94,990 to $124,245 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs.

Schedule

This position offers flexibility and may involve up to 20% travel for client meetings, agency interactions, and project oversight.