ERM · 21 hours ago
Principal Consultant, Biologist/Regulatory Specialist, Power and Renewables
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $156K/yr
6+ years expERM is the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, helping organizations deliver capital projects that meet environmental and social performance objectives. The Principal Consultant – Biologist/Regulatory Specialist will lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale power and renewable projects, serving as a trusted advisor to utilities and technology clients while mentoring emerging talent.
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Responsibilities
Lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale power and renewable projects
Serve as a trusted advisor to California utilities and technology clients on CEQA/NEPA and natural resource permitting
Drive innovation in impact assessment and permitting strategies to accelerate project timelines
Mentor and develop emerging talent while contributing to ERM’s growth trajectory
Position ERM as the go-to partner for complex capital project delivery in California
Serve as Project Biologist/Regulatory Specialist for CEQA/NEPA impact assessments and natural resource permitting
Prepare technical studies and environmental impact documents (EIRs, Biological Constraints Reports)
Develop permit strategies, prepare applications, and negotiate conditions with state and federal agencies
Direct permitting and compliance for telecom, energy infrastructure, and linear development projects
Collaborate with Account Directors to expand ERM’s services and deliver strategic value to clients
Mentor consultants, identify emerging talent, and foster a high-performance team culture
Drive innovation within ERM’s Impact Assessment and Planning service offering
Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, financial targets, and client satisfaction metrics
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in biology, environmental science, or related field
6+ years of consulting experience with substantial expertise in California electric/gas transmission and generation markets
Proven track record delivering multi-million-dollar environmental programs or winning strategic projects
Established relationships with California utilities (PG&E, SCE, Sempra) and key regulators
Strong knowledge of CEQA/NEPA impact assessment best practices and permitting processes
Business acumen to identify opportunities and deliver enterprise-wide solutions
Preferred
Experience cultivating new client relationships with Bay Area technology, media, and telecommunications companies
Recognized technical authority and positive reputation with regulatory agencies
Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and team development
Benefits
Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Company
ERM
ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2021-05-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Greg Rumsey
North America CFO
Steve Maaseide
Chief Operating Officer
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