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ERM · 1 day ago

Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist

Ewing, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$123K/yr - $140K/yr

6+ years exp

ERM is a global leader committed to sustainability and technical excellence, seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Ecologist. In this senior-level role, you will guide ecological projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with regulations while maintaining strong client and agency relationships.

ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Coordinate environmental investigations of surface water, sediments, and wetlands, ensuring compliance with NJDEP regulations

Lead project teams in preparing technical documents, including Ecological Evaluations and Remedial Investigation Reports

Oversee riparian and wetland restoration projects under NJDEP and Natural Resource Trustees

Support ecological risk assessments through data interpretation and collaboration with risk assessors

Manage land use and wetlands permitting efforts under NJDEP programs

Maintain strong client and agency relationships while delivering projects on time and within budget

Additional duties may include natural resource surveys, biological monitoring, field team management, and specialized site assessments

Qualification

Ecological evaluationsWetland scienceTechnical writingBiological impact assessmentNJDEP regulationsStakeholder influenceProfessional integrityTeam leadership

Required

BS or MS in biology, wetland science, plant ecology, or a related field—or equivalent experience

6+ years of consulting experience (8+ preferred) in ecological evaluations, QA/QC, technical writing, and multi-media permitting

Deep knowledge of biological and wetland ecology impact assessment and management issues across industry sectors

Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulations; NJDEP experience strongly preferred

Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and maintain integrity and professionalism

Preferred

Experience with NJDEP's Bureau of Environmental Radiation (BER)

Established reputation with regulators and recognized technical expertise in ecological assessment approvals

Positive, collaborative mindset with a drive for ERM's global success

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Company

ERM

Glassdoor3.6

ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.

Founded in 1971

Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.erm.com/

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