ERM · 20 hours ago
Principal Consultant, Project Manager
Walnut Creek, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$121K/yr - $152K/yr
5+ years expERM is the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, and they are seeking a Principal Consultant, Project Manager to lead a regional program team responsible for delivering permitting activities in Northern California’s power sector. The role involves driving strategic cohesion across projects, managing client relationships, and enhancing operational effectiveness in environmental compliance and permitting processes.
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Responsibilities
Lead a regional program team and manage Project Managers, ensuring alignment with client objectives and contractual deliverables
Own program strategy, performance, and delivery of all commitments under the contract
Drive staff planning, resource allocation, and organizational structure to support program success
Serve as the primary liaison with client leadership, maintaining proactive communication and strategic alignment
Facilitate close collaboration across environmental, operational, and permitting teams to resolve constraints and maintain compliance
Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance; ensure accurate reporting and cost control
Support development of tools and dashboards that improve program visibility, tracking, and reporting
Establish QA/QC standards for permit packages and documentation; ensure compliance with municipal and environmental regulations
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance permitting turnaround times
Utilize MS Project and Excel for scheduling, tracking, and reporting; maintain familiarity with GIS and data workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Business, Project Management, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience leading cross‑functional teams in consulting, utilities, or environmental services
Proven ability to manage multi‑project programs and oversee multidisciplinary teams
Strong organizational, analytical, and strategic planning skills with the ability to balance competing priorities
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated success building and maintaining strong client relationships
Proficiency with program management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel), GIS platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Master's degree in a related discipline
Leadership certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar
10+ years of program/project management experience within comparable sectors
Benefits
Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees
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
Current Stage
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unknown2021-05-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Greg Rumsey
North America CFO
Steve Maaseide
Chief Operating Officer
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