Partner, Environmental Permitting in Capital Projects – Oil & Gas

About the Role

Shape the future of energy infrastructure across North America as a Partner in ERM’s Capital Project Development team. You’ll guide major capital projects from concept through execution, influencing critical investment decisions and helping clients navigate complex environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder challenges. This leadership role offers equity ownership, strategic influence, and a platform to grow both your business and impact within a purpose-driven global firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth by expanding ERM’s presence in the energy sector, focusing on capital project development for upstream and midstream oil & gas clients.
• Develop and strengthen executive-level client relationships to drive long-term growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior executives on environmental, permitting, and value creation strategies.
• Guide clients through complex regulatory and stakeholder environments to secure project approvals.
• Lead environmental and social strategies that de-risk capital projects and accelerate delivery.
• Mentor and develop consultants and emerging leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Leverage industry relationships and market insights to identify opportunities, win work, and expand key accounts.
• Collaborate with regional and global leadership to shape go-to-market strategies for energy and low-carbon economy projects.
• Ensure project success through rigorous planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Represent ERM in technical communities and industry forums, contributing thought leadership and innovation.
• Uphold ERM’s commitment to health & safety, quality, and sustainability in every engagement.
• Develop and execute growth strategies to strengthen ERM’s position within the traditional energy sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, with a strong focus on the energy sector, particularly oil and gas clients.
• Proven track record of delivering multi-million-dollar programs and driving commercial growth.
• Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, permitting processes, and stakeholder dynamics in the energy industry.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable, enterprise-wide solutions.
• Demonstrated success building trusted relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Exceptional leadership, business development, and client management capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing client relationships within the Gulf Coast energy market (Houston, New Orleans, Dallas, Austin, or Florida).
• Familiarity with protected species policy and compliance, biodiversity, and ecosystem impact assessments.
• Established reputation within the energy industry and involvement in relevant professional or technical organizations.

About ERM

As the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with leading organizations to create innovative solutions for sustainability challenges while unlocking commercial opportunities. Our diverse team of experts supports clients across their organizations, operationalizing sustainability with deep technical expertise in environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues. We call this our “boots to boardroom” approach, delivering strategic and technical solutions from the ground up to the executive level.