Senior Permitting Leader, Energy Transmission & Renewables

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environmental resources management ermHenrico (VA)

Natural Sciences Managers Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

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Environmental Resources Management (ERM) seeks a Principal Technical Consultant, Scientist in the Mid-Atlantic region to lead permitting and compliance for electric transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects. You will guide regulatory strategy, manage complex frameworks, and build trusted client relationships across the region. With 8+ years in power sector consulting, you will collaborate with ERM experts, drive schedules and budgets, travel up to 20%, and help shape sustainable

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