Consulting Director, Natural Resources

Lead the Future of Energy Development in the Heartland

Are you a strategic leader with deep expertise in natural resources permitting and a passion for building high-performing teams? ERM is seeking a Consulting Director, Natural Resources to drive growth, mentor talent, and deliver impactful solutions for energy clients across the Great Plains and Midwest.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of renewable and traditional energy infrastructure while partnering with some of the world’s leading organizations. You’ll play a pivotal role in expanding ERM’s Capital Project Development practice in one of the most dynamic regions for energy innovation.

Why This Role Matters

At ERM, we’re not just consulting—we’re shaping the future. As a trusted advisor to the world’s leading energy companies, we help bring bold ideas to life—from renewable energy installations to power transmission infrastructure. Our work drives real change, enabling sustainable development while navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Now, we’re expanding our Capital Project Development practice in the heartland—and we’re looking for visionary leaders to join us. If you’re passionate about environmental stewardship, strategic consulting, and leading high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What Your Impact Is

As a Consulting Director, Natural Resources, you’ll be at the forefront of ERM’s growth in the energy sector. You’ll lead a team of experts, build trusted client relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that help our clients meet their sustainability and business goals. Your leadership will directly influence the success of major infrastructure projects across the region, from site selection to permitting, stakeholder engagement, and beyond.

What You'll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental management, or a related field. Or equivalent experience.
• 9+ years of experience in environmental consulting, permitting, or impact assessment.
• Proven success managing complex natural resource permitting programs (ESA Section 7 & 10, Eagle Conservation Plans, Take Permits).
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for energy and transmission projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to inspire teams and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety and inclusive workplace practices.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and strategic regulatory navigation.
• Familiarity with regional permitting challenges in the Great Plains and Midwest.
• Track record of mentoring and developing emerging leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing consulting team, serving as a mentor and strategic guide.
• Deliver projects with excellence—overseeing technical quality, timelines, budgets, and client satisfaction.
• Drive business growth by expanding client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Collaborate with ERM Partners to implement market-specific strategies and consulting programs.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and internal risk management protocols.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in team culture and client engagements.

Ready to lead the next generation of sustainable energy development? Join ERM and help us build a better tomorrow—one project at a time.

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.

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