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AtERM, your work directly supports better environmental and social outcomes on local and global projects.\nWhat Your Impact Is:\nAs aConsulting Associate, Scientist,you’llbe part of a collaborative technical team supporting a wide range of environmental projects-from ecological field surveys to permitting and impact assessments.You’llgainhands-onexperience, learn best practices from experienced consultants, and build technical and professional skills in an environment that values curiosity, teamwork, and continuous learning.\nWhatYou’llBring:\nRequired\nBachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural science, environmental engineering, or a related discipline (minimum 3.0 GPA)\n\nRecent graduate to 2 years of relevant environmental experience, including internships or fieldwork\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing or contributing to technical documentation\n\nAbility to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and adapt in afast-pacedconsulting environment\n\nCommitment to safety and quality standards\n\nDriver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability tooperatea company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.\n\nThis position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.\n\nPreferred\nMaster’s degree in a related field\n\nField experience conducting ecological or biological surveys\n\nFamiliarity with NEPA processes or environmental permitting\n\nExperience working with or supporting regulatory agencies\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nSupport NEPA Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for domestic and international development projects\n\nAssistwith biological and ecological field surveys, data collection, and literature reviews\n\nPrepare and contribute to technical reports, environmental documentation, and client deliverables\n\nSupport the preparation ofmulti-mediaplans and permits, including coordination with agencies such as FERC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and state agencies\n\nProvide technical support on land use planning, facilitysiting, risk assessment, and water resources management\n\nCollaborate with Project Managers, clients, regulators, subcontractors, and internal teams\n\nDeliver work within defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations\n\nFor the Consulting Associate, Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $69,386-$85,420 (USD). 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This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 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.\nNote: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.\nWho We Are:\nAs 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.\nAt 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. 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