Senior Associate role at PwC focused on compliance and risk management for clients. Responsibilities include due diligence, documentation, and effective client communication.
About the role
- Consulting Director leading environmental projects in California’s power and renewables sector. Focus on strategic client engagements and complex permitting processes within a high-growth team.
Responsibilities
- Lead environmental permitting and CEQA/NEPA efforts for major capital projects, including renewable energy, transmission, and data centers.
- Shape regulatory strategies and negotiate with key agencies such as the California Coastal Commission, USFWS, and CPUC.
- Drive business growth through strategic client relationships, leveraging existing contracts with PG&E, SCE, and Sempra.
- Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
- Contribute to ERM’s global leadership community, with potential eligibility for our Partner Path after your first year.
- Serve as a senior technical expert for CEQA/NEPA assessments and natural resource permitting.
- Oversee preparation of EIRs, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and technical studies.
- Lead permit strategy development and application processes with state and federal agencies.
- Manage compliance for linear infrastructure projects, including telecom and energy.
- Collaborate with Account Directors to expand ERM’s footprint and deliver enterprise-wide solutions.
- Mentor staff consultants, identify emerging talent, and support career development.
- Innovate within ERM’s Impact Assessment and Planning services to stay ahead of market needs.
- Ensure excellence in health & safety, financial performance, client satisfaction, and risk management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field
- 8+ years of consulting experience in California’s electric/gas transmission and generation markets
- Proven success in leading CEQA/NEPA permitting and environmental impact assessments
- Established relationships with California utility companies—particularly PG&E, SCE, and Sempra
- Experience with CPUC General Order 131-E and CEQA best practices
- Business acumen and strategic selling capabilities
- Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and team development
- Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field is preferred
- 15+ years of consulting experience is preferred
- Recognized technical expertise and positive reputation with key regulators.
Benefits
- paid time off
- parental leave
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- AD&D insurance
- 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
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