Partner, Natural Resources

Are you ready to lead the transformation of the energy landscape?
ERM is seeking a visionary executive to join our partnership and drive strategic growth in the Power sector. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of energy infrastructure, influence environmental policy, and lead high-impact ecological restoration initiatives—all while building equity in a firm where sustainability is more than a mission; it’s our business model.

Why This Role Matters

At ERM, we’re not just consulting—we’re co-architects of a sustainable future. As a trusted advisor to the world’s leading utilities and emerging power companies, we help shape the infrastructure that powers communities while protecting the ecosystems that sustain them. This Partner-level opportunity is designed for a visionary leader ready to influence the next generation of energy development—balancing innovation, environmental stewardship, and business impact.

This is more than a job. It’s a chance to own equity in a global sustainability firm, drive strategic decisions, and lead transformative projects that define the future of power generation, transmission, and ecological restoration.

What Your Impact Is

As a Partner, you will:

• Lead ERM’s growth in the Power sector, focusing on regulated utilities and emerging energy companies.

• Spearhead ecological mitigation and restoration initiatives, including endangered species protection and habitat conservation.

• Build and mentor high-performing teams to deliver exceptional client value across complex capital projects.

• Shape long-term client strategies that integrate sustainability into every phase—from planning to operation.

• Represent ERM as a thought leader in environmental consulting, influencing industry standards and regulatory frameworks.

What You'll Bring

Required:

• BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or the Power sector.

• Proven leadership in mitigation and ecorestoration, including endangered species and habitat conservation.

• Deep understanding of conventional and renewable energy markets in North America.

• Strong business development track record with multi-million-dollar program delivery.

• Expertise in ESA Section 10 & 7, HCPs, and regional permitting (e.g., Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks).

Preferred:

• Experience establishing mitigation banks and writing vegetation management plans.

• Existing client relationships in the Power sector that can be leveraged for growth.

• Familiarity with utility commissions, regulatory agencies, and emerging sustainability trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on biological mitigation, permitting, and ecological restoration.

• Develop and execute strategic consulting programs tailored to the Power sector.

• Collaborate with internal leaders to drive regional growth and service innovation.

• Mentor project managers and consultants, fostering a culture of excellence and impact.

• Deliver high-value solutions that align with client sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.

• Drive commercial strategies to win new business and expand ERM’s market presence.

• Ensure project success across lifecycle stages—planning, construction, and operation.

• Uphold ERM’s standards for health & safety, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

Why ERM?

• Equity Ownership: Be a shareholder in a purpose-driven, global firm.

• Strategic Influence: Shape the direction of ERM and the future of sustainable infrastructure.

• Thought Leadership: Lead conversations that matter in energy, ecology, and sustainability.

• Global Reach, Local Impact: Leverage ERM’s platform to amplify your influence and deliver measurable results.

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. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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!

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