Managing Consultant, Environmental Geologist/Hydrogeologist/Scientist or Engineer

Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, engineering, environmental science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • 4-5 years (6+ preferred) consulting experience managing complex site investigation/remediation projects under regulatory frameworks.
  • Proven business development skills with a track record of securing large programs/contracts.
  • Strong communication, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills with regulators.
  • Recognized technical expertise and reputation in the local marketplace.
  • Driver's License Required: Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel.
  • This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple environmental projects within scope, budget, and schedule, ensuring quality deliverables.
  • Provide senior-level oversight during field investigations and remediation activities.
  • Prepare technical proposals and lead business development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with global technical teams to share best practices and deliver solutions.
  • Mentor junior staff and delegate assignments effectively.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead high-visibility remediation programs for leading organizations.
  • Influence project outcomes and contribute to sustainability goals.
  • Chance to mentor and develop emerging talent in the field.
  • Work in a collaborative and innovative environment with advanced technologies.
  • Engagement with a diverse client base across energy, manufacturing, technology, and industrial sectors.
Full Job Description

Are you a seasoned environmental leader ready to take the reins on high-visibility remediation programs that shape the future of industrial operations?

At ERM, you’ll have the opportunity to lead complex environmental investigation and remediation programs that help some of the world’s leading organizations navigate critical environmental challenges. As a Managing Consultant, Environmental Geologist/Hydrogeologist/Scientist or Engineer based in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, you will combine technical expertise, client leadership, and strategic thinking to deliver impactful solutions for energy, manufacturing, technology, and industrial clients. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will influence project outcomes, grow trusted client relationships, support business development, and mentor emerging talent while helping advance ERM’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

What Your Impact Is
  • Lead and manage site investigation, remediation, and environmental construction projects for major industrial clients across power, technology, and manufacturing sectors.

  • Design innovative remedial solutions for contaminated soil and groundwater, leveraging emerging technologies and proven systems.

  • Build and strengthen client relationships, ensuring repeat business and expanding ERM’s footprint in Louisiana.

  • Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

What You'll Bring
Required
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, engineering, environmental science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

  • 4–5 years (6+ preferred) consulting experience managing complex site investigation/remediation projects under CERCLA, RCRA, RECAP and other regulatory frameworks.

  • Proven business development skills with a track record of securing large programs/contracts.

  • Strong communication, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills with regulators.

  • Recognized technical expertise and reputation in the local marketplace.

  • 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
  • Professional licensure (P.E. or P.G.), preferred.

  • Advanced knowledge of local regulatory climate and innovative remediation technologies.

  • Established network of industry contacts and ability to drive growth in the Contaminated Site Management service area.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple environmental projects within scope, budget, and schedule, ensuring quality deliverables across ERM’s service lines (Brownfields redevelopment, sustainable sediments, risk assessment, site closure, and more).

  • Provide senior-level oversight during field investigations and remediation activities.

  • Prepare technical proposals and lead business development initiatives.

  • Collaborate with ERM’s global technical teams to share best practices and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

  • Mentor junior staff and delegate assignments effectively to build team capability.

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.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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