Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting & Compliance

New Orleans, Louisiana, USFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-10-05

Core

Lead environmental compliance and permitting for complex industrial, utility, pipeline, and energy infrastructure projects across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.

Role type

Senior IC environmental consultant (permitting & compliance)

Builds

Environmental compliance programs, permitting documentation, and regulatory strategies for energy and industrial clients (via careerplan.io/jobs/R00031754-1-principal-consultant-environmental-permitting-compliance-at-erm)

Domain

Energy, industrial, and infrastructure development

Required skills

Project management, multi-media permitting, environmental regulations knowledge, client relationship management, field experience, regulatory strategy

Preferred skills

Pipeline/linear infrastructure compliance, major capital project permitting, multi-disciplinary team leadership

Technologies

SWPPP, SPCC Plans, environmental compliance procedures

Responsibilities

Manage environmental compliance and permitting projects; Lead client engagements as a trusted technical advisor; Prepare and manage permitting programs for air, water, waste, and remediation; Support permitting for pipelines and transmission infrastructure; Develop environmental plans and reporting requirements

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About erm

ERM is seeking established and emerging executive leaders to join our global consulting firm as a Consulting Partner, Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) based in Toronto or Ottawa. This is a unique opportunity to become an owner and shareholder in the world's leading sustainability consultancy while helping clients tackle complex environmental liabilities, unlock asset value, and achieve their long-term sustainability objectives. As a Partner, you will combine technical excellence, business leadership, and strategic client engagement to drive growth, mentor future leaders, and shape the