Managing Consultant, Engineer/Geologist/Scientist Project Manager

Ready to Lead Complex Environmental Projects and Drive Sustainable Solutions?

If you’re a seasoned consultant who thrives on solving challenging environmental problems and building strong client relationships, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Engineer/Geologist/Scientist Project Manager to join our Site Investigation & Remediation team in Ewing, NJ . This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead transformative projects, mentor future talent, and shape innovative remediation strategies across diverse industries.

Why This Role Matters

Environmental stewardship is at the heart of ERM’s mission. As a Managing Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes, implement sustainable remediation technologies, and achieve compliance while protecting communities and ecosystems. Your leadership will directly influence project success and client trust.

What Your Impact Is

• Lead high-profile projects under CERCLA, RCRA, and state programs, delivering technical excellence and strategic solutions.
• Mentor and inspire junior staff, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.
• Strengthen client relationships and drive business development through trusted advisory and innovative approaches.
• Champion safety and sustainability, ensuring every project meets the highest standards.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, or related discipline (Master’s preferred). Or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in site investigation and remediation
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license in NJ or reciprocity
• New Jersey Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) (active)
• Proven project management skills with CERCLA/RCRA/state program experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Experience with environmental data management systems (e.g., EQuIS).
• Advanced technical writing and proposal development skills.
• Familiarity with innovative remediation technologies and high-resolution site characterization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex site investigations, risk assessments, and remediation projects for clients in manufacturing, power, chemical, oil & gas, and technology sectors.
• Plan and oversee field activities including sampling, drilling, well installation, vapor intrusion assessments, and remedial construction.
• Analyze environmental data, develop conceptual site models,

For the Managing Consultant, Engineer/Geologist/Scientist Project Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $103,900–$132,600 (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 paysubject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

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

Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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