Managing Consultant, Environmental Remediation Managing Consultant, Environmental Remediation E

Job Description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Environmental Remediation with experience in contaminated site management in Sacramento, California to provide leadership on large, long‑term remediation and environmental construction programs focused on the transportation sector. In this role, you will provide project management and senior technical assistance on site investigation, remediation, and environmental construction projects.

As a Managing Consultant, you will contribute your leadership, client relationships, and technical consulting skills to support the growth of ERM’s business and client base in Northern California. This is an excellent opportunity for an advanced mid‑to‑senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader.

• Manage and provide technical expertise on remediation projects for clients with complex technical and regulatory issues in the transportation sector.
• Prepare remedial documents and reports such as feasibility studies, remedial and/or corrective action plans, remedial design documents, remedial progress and completion reports, etc.
• Evaluate assigned tasks to determine a plan of action and drive execution.
• Utilize project/program management best practices to adhere to scope/schedule/budget while collaborating with and leading a team focused on project delivery.
• Oversee tasks for large, long‑term remediation programs with significant stakeholder engagement.
• Engage collaboratively with team members, recognize opportunities and provide coaching for junior staff, appropriately delegate project assignments to project teams.
• Develop and share project/program management best practices and share knowledge with team members.
• Provide premier quality client customer service and identify opportunities to expand ERM's business.
• Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients and fellow ERM employees.

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Excel and Project scheduling software.
• 4+ years of professional experience (consulting preferred) working on complex site investigation/remediation projects with focus on project/program controls management.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams.
• Proven business development experience for large programs/contracts and client relationships supported by repeat business.
• Excellent writing, communication, critical thinking, and people skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the local regulatory climate under various regulatory structures (e.g., CERCLA, RWQCB, DTSC, and local CUPAs), with proven negotiation skills with state and local regulators.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members, senior management, clients, and regulators.
• Ability to analyze, understand, and communicate information accurately and effectively to various audiences.

• Master's degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, construction management, or related discipline.
• Environmental consulting experience.
• Professional Certification in California (or ability to obtain professional license within one year) preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, preferred.

For the Managing Consultant, Environmental Remediation position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $80,800 – $106,972 USD. An employee’s pay within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range.

This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

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

You can apply for this role through  or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

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!