ERM

Partner - Diversified Energy, Environmental Permitting & Planning

Houston, Texas Full time

Lead the growth of ERM’s Diversified Energy business across the Gulf Coast, and beyond.

We are seeking an experienced Partner-level Seller‑Doer with deep expertise in Environmental Planning, Permitting, and Impact Assessment for major oil & gas, midstream, LNG, and power infrastructure projects.

In this role, you will shape client strategies, drive multi‑million‑dollar commercial growth, and guide complex capital projects from early siting through permitting and construction.

Although our major clients are based in the Gulf Coast, we are hiring across the Country and are open to remote or hybrid working arrangements.

This is a visible leadership opportunity within our Sustainable Capital Project Delivery team, offering equity eligibility, autonomy to build and lead teams, and a platform to influence major energy transition investments across North America.

If you have a strong BD track record and trusted relationships in Gulf Coast energy markets, we invite you to start a confidential conversation.

What You'll Bring

Required:

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or energy/power sectors.

  • Proven track record of multi-million-dollar annual sales and program delivery.

  • Deep understanding of Diversified Energy and Power industry dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and emerging issues (e.g., carbon transition).

  • Background in environmental permitting, planning and regulations.

  • Established network of senior-level relationships within target sectors.

  • Strong business acumen and ability to identify enterprise-wide solutions.

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

Preferred:

  • Recognized technical authority and marketplace reputation.

  • Experience driving innovation in decarbonization and low-carbon economy projects.

  • Demonstrated success in building and mentoring high-performance teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and expand strategic client relationships with major energy and power organizations.

  • Lead sales and delivery of ERM’s full suite of consulting services, with a focus on capital project development.

  • Collaborate with regional leadership to implement go-to-market strategies for decarbonization and alternative energy projects.

  • Drive commercial growth through innovative solutions that anticipate client needs.

  • Ensure excellence in project execution, client satisfaction, and risk management.

Why Join ERM as a Partner?

  • Equity ownership and significant financial rewards.

  • Influence ERM’s strategic direction and shape the future of sustainability consulting.

  • Opportunities to provide thought leadership on critical ESG challenges.

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

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 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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