Staff Environmental Scientist (Entry Level)

If you are a current/existing ERM Employee, please apply internally HERE.

ERM is seeking a motivated Staff Environmental Scientist to join our global consulting firm in our Novi or Holland, Michigan offices. As a new consultant at ERM, you will gain a wealth of experience across different sectors, clients, geographies and services, all of which will help shape your future career path at ERM. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers on a variety of projects, potentially in the areas of field surveys, environmental impact assessment, and environmental due diligence. ERM's collaborative culture provides knowledge sharing of best practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants, allowing you to build your own individualized career path.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical assistance on environmental permitting, environmental impact assessments, due diligence transactions, and sustainability-related projects.
• Conduct field work, including ecological field studies.
• Prepare sections of permits applications, reports for wetlands and threatened and endangered species, as well as environmental impact assessments.
• Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation.
• Perform project tasks within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
• Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to deliver exceptional client value on projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in biology, environmental studies, or related science degree. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Recent graduate to 5 years of relevant environmental experience or professional internships.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
• Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension.
• Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Local candidates preferred.

Who We Are:

As the world's leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. ERM and our partners are driven by a dynamic vision: By 2021 we will be the clear leader in our chosen markets, we will double in value and we will deliver on our promises to our clients, our people and our investors. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

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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!