Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Permitting / Due Diligence Project Manager

Are you looking for a chance to lead, innovate, and create lasting environmental impact? Join ERM and help us build a sustainable future in Seattle, WA.Why This Role MattersAre you ready to lead transformative environmental strategies for some of the most innovative technology infrastructure projects in the world? At ERM, we’re not just managing compliance—we’re shaping the future of sustainable development. This is your opportunity to join a global leader and make a measurable impact on projects that define tomorrow’s technology landscape.What Your Impact IsAs a Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Permitting / Due Diligence Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of ERM’s Capital Project Delivery (CPD) service line, driving environmental permitting and due diligence for major capital projects. Your leadership will ensure that technology sector infrastructure developments meet environmental standards while advancing sustainability goals. You’ll influence decisions at the highest level, collaborate with global experts, and deliver solutions that balance innovation with environmental stewardship.What You’ll BringRequired:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, environmental science, biology/ecology, planning, program management, or a related field. Or equivalent experience.4+ years of relevant experience in environmental permitting and/or due diligence.Proven ability to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and lead multidisciplinary teams.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and presenting to clients.Ability to build and maintain client relationships and thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment.This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred:Experience with permitting timelines, risk identification, and mitigation strategies.Technical skills in wildlife or ecological surveys (e.g., wetland delineations, wildlife assessments).Familiarity with air quality permitting and multi-media regulatory compliance programs.Key ResponsibilitiesLead environmental risk evaluations, permitting, and approvals for technology infrastructure and major capital projects.Identify permitting requirements during site acquisition and due diligence processes.Manage regulatory agency interactions and develop mitigation strategies for environmental risks.Collaborate with architecture and engineering partners on conceptual master planning.Communicate environmental requirements to diverse stakeholders, including legal, real estate, design, and sustainability teams.Oversee preparation of reports, permitting documents, and environmental reviews at federal and state levels.Serve as project manager, technical expert, and QA/QC reviewer to ensure quality and compliance.Drive business development through proposal preparation and client relationship management.Monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, and health & safety protocols.Work across ERM’s global network to share best practices and deliver exceptional results.For the Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Permitting / Due Diligence Project Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $90,000 – $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.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!#LI-YR1#LI-HybridSummaryLocation: Seattle, Washington; Bellingham, Washington; Bothell, Washington; Seattle (ERM NewFields); Blaine, Washington; Redmond, WashingtonType: Full time