Technical Consulting Director, Scientist

About the role

ERM is seeking a Technical Consulting Director, Scientist to support our Gulf Coast Business Unit (Texas and Louisiana). In this senior leadership role, you will help shape and deliver complex energy infrastructure projects by providing technical expertise in environmental permitting, regulatory strategy, project delivery, and client engagement.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on major capital projects while helping expand ERM's presence across the diversified energy sector. ERM works closely with energy companies throughout the lifecycle of their assets, helping them plan, develop, permit, construct, and operate both traditional and emerging energy projects.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior technical leader supporting siting, permitting, environmental impact evaluation, and project execution for energy infrastructure projects. Develop and grow trusted client relationships across the diversified energy sector, including traditional and renewable energy markets.

• Lead environmental permitting strategies and regulatory engagement efforts for major capital development projects.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities, expanding existing accounts, and winning new work.
• Mentor and develop technical staff while strengthening ERM's permitting and environmental assessment capabilities.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality, technically sound solutions for complex environmental challenges.
• Provide strategic guidance on environmental compliance, permitting risk, and regulatory requirements throughout project lifecycles.

Requirements

• Required Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8-12 years of experience in environmental consulting and/or substantial experience working within the energy sector.
• Experience with 316(b) compliance related to the Clean Water Act.
• Demonstrated experience managing and permitting complex capital development projects.
• Expertise with local, state, and federal environmental permitting programs.
• Strong understanding of energy sector regulations, permitting processes, key regulatory agencies, and emerging industry issues.

Skills

• Strong analytical, technical writing, presentation, and client communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership capabilities.
• Experience managing teams and contributing to the professional growth and development of colleagues.
• Business acumen with the ability to identify risks, solve complex challenges, and develop strategic solutions for clients.
• Demonstrable record of achieving annual sales and business development goals.

Qualifications

Preferred NEPA expertise, including experience supporting FERC-regulated projects or other federal agency permitting programs. Experience with Environmental, Social, and Health Impact Assessments (ESHIA). Experience permitting and supporting projects involving offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, energy storage, transmission, and pipeline development.

• Established network and relationships throughout the Gulf Coast energy market.