Position summary

ERM, the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, is seeking a Managing Consultant, Safe and Sustainable Operations in Houston to help clients strengthen EHS performance, manage risk, and build resilient operations. The role manages projects and contributes technically to EHS compliance, management systems, auditing, and compliance assurance programs for clients locally, nationally, and internationally, moving them beyond basic compliance toward high-performing, sustainability-aligned programs.

Why this role matters

ERM helps organizations solve complex environmental, health, and safety challenges while advancing operational excellence and sustainability. This role elevates client EHS programs from compliance-driven to performance-oriented, reducing risk and strengthening regulatory performance across a wide range of industries.

Key responsibilities

• Lead compliance audits by conducting EHS compliance audits, assessments, and corrective action implementation across client operations.
• Develop management systems by implementing EHS management systems and regulatory programs across water, waste, and spill prevention.
• Support permitting by providing permit application development support and regulatory agency communication, plus on-site compliance support and technical expertise at client facilities.
• Manage projects end-to-end by ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget, working closely with clients and ERM teams to meet expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Drive business development by identifying new opportunities, preparing technical proposals, and taking an active leadership role in winning work with new and existing clients.
• Build client relationships to drive repeat business and new opportunities, and contribute to expanding ERM’s EHS services.
• Develop talent by mentoring junior staff, delegating effectively, and supporting team development, collaborating with ERM’s global network to share best practices.

Team and stakeholders

The role serves as project manager and trusted client advisor, works with ERM teams and the firm’s global network, engages regulatory agencies, and mentors junior staff within a collaborative team environment.

Key details

This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Houston, Texas (Requisition R00032344), with travel up to 25%. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

Essential

• BS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental), environmental science, or a related degree, or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years (7+ preferred) of relevant multimedia EHS compliance and management systems experience, including consulting experience.
• Strong technical knowledge in EHS compliance areas (e.g. e-waste, hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater, and/or EPCRA).
• Experience assessing regulatory applicability, compliance reporting, and working with regulatory agencies.
• Experience writing proposals and managing projects, budgets, and timelines with accountability for quality.
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, delegate, and mentor team members.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred

• MS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental), environmental science, or a related degree.
• Professional certifications (e.g. PE, CSP, CHMM).
• Experience auditing compliance programs, including e-waste, waste, stormwater, wastewater, and/or EPCRA.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and/or auditing EHS management systems (ISO 14001 / ISO 45001, R2, RIOS, ISO 9001).