Partner, Technical Due Diligence, M&A Infrastructure Advisory

Shape the Future of Infrastructure Investment

At ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, we partner with global financial institutions and infrastructure investors to deliver technical and commercial due diligence that drives smarter, more sustainable investments. We are now seeking a Partner with Technical Due Diligence experience to join our M&A Infrastructure Advisory team and lead strategic growth across the U.S.

Location: the role can be based anywhere in the USA, ideally in proximity of one of ERM Office Locations - Environmental Resources Management (ERM)

Why This Role Matters

Infrastructure investors are under increasing pressure to balance returns with sustainability and regulatory compliance. ERM helps clients navigate these complexities by embedding ESG considerations into every stage of the transaction lifecycle. As a Partner, you will shape the future of infrastructure investment, ensuring deals deliver long-term value while meeting ambitious low-carbon goals.

What Your Impact Is

• Build ERM’s position as a leading transaction and sustainability advisor for the finance sector and infrastructure investors.

• Originate and lead high-profile M&A advisory assignments for major infrastructure and energy deals.

• Drive innovation in technical due diligence and sustainability advisory services.

• Mentor and develop the next generation of ERM leaders.

• Influence strategic decisions that shape ERM’s growth trajectory and global reputation.

What You'll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, business operations, sustainability, or related field.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in consulting or the energy/infrastructure sectors.

• Proven track record in technical due diligence and M&A advisory for infrastructure investors.

• Established relationships with private equity and infrastructure investor clients.

• Strong business development skills and ability to deliver multi-million-dollar annual sales.

• Deep understanding of global energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and low-carbon transition strategies.

Preferred:

• Recognized technical authority and marketplace reputation.

• Experience leading large, complex advisory assignments and multi-disciplinary teams.

• Additional language skills are a plus.

• Innovative mindset with ability to influence change and deliver creative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and expand strategic relationships with infrastructure investors and financial sector clients.

• Originate and secure M&A advisory opportunities, positioning ERM as a trusted partner for technical and sustainability due diligence.

• Shape and lead advisory assignments, ensuring exceptional quality and client value.

• Drive commercial strategies to achieve significant revenue growth.

• Collaborate with ERM Partners globally to deliver integrated solutions and thought leadership.

• Recruit, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams to support ERM’s growth.

• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, financial targets, and client expectations.

Why Join ERM as a Partner?

• Equity ownership and significant financial rewards.

• Influence ERM’s strategic direction and shape the future of sustainable infrastructure investment.

• Opportunities to provide thought leadership on critical ESG challenges.

• A global platform to leverage your expertise and client relationships for meaningful impact.

Ready to lead the transformation of infrastructure investment? Join ERM and make sustainability your legacy.

For the Partner, Technical and Infrastructure Due Diligence position, the anticipated annual base pay is $180,000 – $230,000 (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. 

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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