Consulting Senior Associate, Scientist (Entry Level)

ERM is seeking a motivated Consulting Senior Associate, Scientist to join our consulting team in Chicago or Milwaukee. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting technical projects for clients in the new energy, oil & gas, mining, power, chemical, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors. The primary role includes support of development of construction drawings, specifications and permitting related to site design, environmental remediation, utility layout, erosion and sediment control, earthwork design and stormwater management components. Depending upon experience, opportunities for, geotechnical explorations, industrial wastewater assessment and design, soil and groundwater remediation, waste management facility design/closure and construction oversight among many others are also possible.

This is an excellent career opportunity to work with an expert consulting team on challenging civil and environmental management projects for large industrial and global clients. The position also provides a networking opportunity for ERM’s national experts in various technical communities who will share knowledge of best practices across the industry and ongoing learning opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, and erosion and sediment control design from concept through completion
• Assist in engineering design associated with various types of process and civil remediation projects for contaminated soil and groundwater, using innovative and emerging remedial treatment technologies as well as traditional systems
• Provide office and field oversight of contractors, subcontractors, and construction inspectors and direct the progress of work
• Provide field support as needed during construction oversight and provide Construction Quality Assurance
• Perform periodic monitoring, operation, and maintenance on groundwater remediation, soil vapor extraction, sub-slab depressurization, and other types of remediation systems
• Conduct other fieldwork, including remedial pilot tests, quality assurance activities, and construction oversight
• Evaluate various remedial technologies for applicability at specific sites.
• Assist in the design of remediation construction projects
• Deliver as part of the design team construction drawings, technical specifications and contract documents
• Evaluate field data, perform calculations and prepare engineering reports.
• Provide general engineering support on a wide variety of environmental projects related to performance assurance, compliance, and transactional services
• Role model ERM health and safety procedures and behaviors
• Conduct site visits of operating industrial facilities
• Conduct historical research and review environmental records
• Prepare technical reports for environmental projects
• Verbal and written interaction with local regulators to steward permit application review and issuance
• Perform multiple tasks within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables
• Interact and maintain successful relationships with clients, ERM employees, and subcontractors

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REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering (or related degree) or the equivalency of 8+ years related experience in lieu of education
• 1 to 2 years (2-3 years preferred) of experience, Direct consulting or industry experience a plus
• F.E. certification preferred
• Experience in computer modeling software such as: AutoCAD/Civil3D, GIS Software and/or Hydraflow a plus
• Excellent verbal, writing, and computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at communicating complex technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record

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. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job’s 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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