Principal Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG)

The ERM International Group Limited • $100K — $130K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, climate science, environmental science, geology, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years (10+ years preferred) of experience in environmental consulting focused on due diligence projects.
  • Strong knowledge of ASTM Phase I standards and core business/legal concepts of transactions.
  • Familiarity with environmental regulations and multi-sector experience, particularly in O&G, manufacturing, chemicals, and infrastructure.
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with a proven ability to produce comprehensive technical reports.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, managing multiple projects and required travel.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver ESG and EHS due diligence projects ranging from local to global scale.
  • Analyze complex environmental and ESG data to articulate commercial implications of risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate across regions and technical disciplines to ensure seamless, high-quality project execution.
  • Drive client engagement through clear communication, responsiveness, and trusted advisory relationships.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at the intersection of sustainability and finance.
  • Strategic leadership role within a rapidly growing Transaction Advisory team.
  • Partnership with influential organizations worldwide.
Full Job Description
Lead ESG Due Diligence for High-Stakes Transactions Across the Gulf Region

As a Principal Consultant, Due Diligence (EHS/ESG) based in Houston, Austin, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans (Gulf region), you will play a strategic leadership role within our rapidly growing Transaction Advisory team. You'll guide clients through complex mergers, acquisitions, and portfolio decisions-translating environmental, health, safety, and ESG risks into clear, actionable business insights. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of sustainability and finance while partnering with some of the world's most influential organizations.

What Your Impact Is
  • Lead medium to large-scale due diligence and ESG advisory projects for private equity and corporate clients
  • Provide actionable insights on environmental, health, safety, and social risks that influence strategic business decisions
  • Advise clients on liabilities, risks, and opportunities associated with transactions across multiple sectors
  • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders while collaborating with ERM's global subject matter experts
  • Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of ERM's Transaction Advisory practice


What You'll Bring
Required
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, climate science, environmental science, geology, or related discipline or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years (10+ years preferred) of experience in environmental consulting with a focus on due diligence projects
  • Strong knowledge of ASTM Phase I standards and core business/legal concepts of transactions
  • Familiarity with environmental regulations and multi-sector experience (e.g., O&G, manufacturing, chemicals, infrastructure)
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills; proven ability to produce comprehensive technical reports
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, manage multiple projects, and travel as needed
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools
Preferred
  • Experience advising on ESG strategies and climate-related risks
  • Exposure to private equity or financial sector transactions
  • Location preference: Houston, TX


Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver ESG and EHS due diligence projects ranging from local to global scale
  • Analyze complex environmental and ESG data to articulate commercial implications of risks and opportunities
  • Collaborate across regions and technical disciplines to ensure seamless, high-quality project execution
  • Drive client engagement through clear communication, responsiveness, and trusted advisory relationships


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