Consulting Senior Associate, Scientist, Permit Coordinator

ERM is a global leader in sustainability consulting, seeking a Consulting Senior Associate, Scientist, Permit Coordinator to ensure compliance and efficiency in environmental permitting processes. The role involves managing permit applications, coordinating with teams, and maintaining stakeholder relationships to support sustainable energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of vegetation management permit applications, ensuring compliance with environmental and utility regulations
• Track and monitor application progress, providing timely updates to internal teams and client stakeholders
• Coordinate with project managers and field teams to collect and verify data for permits
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to support timely permit issuance
• Stay current on regulatory changes and evolving permit processes to inform programmatic planning
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment through active participation in meetings and knowledge sharing

Skills

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience supporting environmental or utility permitting
• Strong knowledge of federal/state health & safety regulations and contractor safety management
• Familiarity with encroachment packages for agencies such as Caltrans, State Parks, USFS, and local water districts
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple permits under tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for professional client and agency interactions
• Proficiency in Excel and willingness to learn new permitting software
• Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
• Experience with railroad easement permitting
• Background in auditing and safety program development
• Prior exposure to programmatic planning and regulatory research

Benefits

• 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

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