Managing Consultant, Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager, Electric Transmission Routing &[...]

Why This Role Matters

Are you ready to lead complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure? At ERM, we’re driving innovation in the power sector, and we need a strategic leader who thrives on solving challenges. This is your opportunity to influence critical transmission projects, mentor talented teams, and make a lasting impact with a global environmental leader.

What Your Impact Is

As a Managing Consultant, Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager, Electric Transmission Routing & Siting, you’ll provide a key role in ERM’s electric transmission routing and siting practice for projects in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Appalachian regions. You will support the routing and siting of new-build transmission projects from concept to completion while guiding clients through complex environmental and regulatory landscapes. In this role, you’ll build strong relationships with agencies, communities, and stakeholders, ensuring collaboration and trust throughout the process. Additionally, you will drive business growth by delivering exceptional results and identifying new opportunities for development. We welcome applicants from the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Appalachian regions and offer flexibility to work in-office, hybrid, or fully remote based on your location.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography, Land Use Planning, Cultural Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of consulting or industry experience with power sector projects.
• Proven success supporting routing and siting for electric transmission projects.
• Exceptional writing, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong knowledge of transmission line siting and construction best practices.
• Ability to mentor teams and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

• Familiarity with impact assessment issues (wetlands, protected species, cultural resources).
• Experience with business development and proposal preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support routing and siting studies and oversee analyses for transmission projects.
• Work on multiple projects to meet scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Delegate tasks to subject matter experts and mentor junior staff.
• Represent ERM at agency meetings and public open houses.
• Develop proposals and contribute to business development efforts.
• Foster collaboration across ERM’s global impact assessment team.

For the Managing Consultant, Electric Transmission Routing & Siting Project Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $95,682 - $124,245 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note

Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.