Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a self-starting, dynamic Consultant Associate, Scientist to join the ERM team in Irvine, CA.
This position focuses on working closely in collaboration with a larger team of natural resources specialists to provide environmental review and constraints analysis of biological and water resources for various capital project sites.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize biological and water resource technical and critical thinking skills when conducting desktop reviews for environmental clearance work.
- Assignments will include desktop work and domestic travel to conduct fieldwork.
- Perform desktop-based environmental constraints analysis to determine appropriate levels/types of environmental avoidance and minimization measures needed for environmental compliance.
- Complete work assignments in accordance with ERM's management system, format, and quality standards.
- Commitment to teamwork and ability to follow established processes and protocols while also confident with identifying process improvements to provide benefit to the client.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science in biology or a natural science discipline.
- 0-3 years of relevant experience.
- Proficient in computer software including Excel and MS Word.
- Excellent time management and follow-through skills.
- Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
- High level written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills.
- Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision on projects with expedited deadlines.
- Ability to become a strong consultant – team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Preferred but not required:
- Proficient in online data management systems.
- Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports.
For the Consultant Associate, Scientist (Entry Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $64,000 – $66,644 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.
You can apply for this role through this link or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
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!
