Managing Consultant, Sustainable Operations

Shape the future of EHS performance—lead complex programs, influence strategy, and drive measurable impact across global clients.

Why This Role Matters

As a Managing Consultant, Sustainable Operations, you will play a pivotal role in helping organizations move beyond basic compliance toward resilient, high-performing EHS programs. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and client leadership—empowering businesses to proactively manage risk, strengthen culture, and advance sustainable operations. You’ll also help grow ERM’s presence in the Great Lakes & Northeast while collaborating with global experts to deliver best-in-class solutions.

What Your Impact Is:

• Lead and deliver EHS compliance and management system projects that reduce risk and strengthen regulatory performance

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, shaping EHS strategy and driving long-term program success

• Build and expand client relationships, generating repeat business and contributing to regional growth

• Mentor and develop talent, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment

• Elevate EHS programs from compliance-driven to performance-oriented and sustainability-aligned

What You'll Bring:

Required

• 5 - 7+ years of experience in EHS compliance, management systems, or sustainability programs (consulting or industry)

• Strong technical knowledge in environmental areas (e.g., air quality, stormwater, spill prevention, hazardous waste)

• Experience managing projects, budgets, and timelines with accountability for quality outcomes

• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, delegate effectively, and mentor team members

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, safety, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to travel up to 40% domestically and [potentially] internationally

Preferred

• 7+ years of relevant experience, including consulting background

• Advanced degree (e.g., MS)

• Professional certifications (e.g., PE, CHMM, QEP, ASP/CSP)

• Experience developing EHS management systems and maintaining compliance standards

• Proven success in business development, proposal writing, and client growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead EHS permitting, compliance audits, assessments, and corrective action implementation across client operations

• Develop and implement EHS regulatory programs (air, water, waste, spill prevention) and related management systems

• Manage multiple projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget

• Provide on-site compliance support and technical expertise at client facilities

• Design and guide EHS strategies aligned with client goals and regulatory requirements

• Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business and new opportunities

• Prepare proposals, identify growth opportunities, and contribute to expanding ERM’s EHS services

• Mentor junior staff, delegate work effectively, and support team development and performance

• Support other ERM Project Managers and Partners in delivering EHS compliance programs for ERM clients

• Collaborate with ERM’s global network to share best practices and deliver innovative solutions

For the Managing Consultant, Sustainable Operations position, the anticipated annual base pay is $90,000–$126,493 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We 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.

Who We Are:
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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ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!