Shape the Future of Responsible Development While Protecting Critical Ecosystems
Wetlands are more than landscapes—they’re complex, living systems that safeguard water quality, biodiversity, and community resilience. As a Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland Delineator at ERM, based in Cleveland, Ohio, you’ll play a strategic role in balancing environmental protection with the infrastructure and energy projects that shape our world. Your expertise will help clients make informed, environmentally sound decisions that drive sustainable progress across the Midwest and beyond.
Why This Role Matters
Your work ensures wetlands and sensitive habitats are identified, protected, and responsibly managed. Every delineation, assessment, and technical report you lead directly supports ERM’s mission to advance environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and sustainability for our clients and the communities they serve.
What Your Impact Is
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Lead wetland delineations and protected species assessments for high‑profile, high‑impact projects.
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Produce technical reports, datasets, and compliance strategies that influence infrastructure planning and regulatory outcomes.
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Partner with ERM Project Managers and senior leaders to deliver innovative, fit‑for‑purpose environmental solutions.
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Shape permitting pathways and impact assessments across renewable energy, utilities, land development, and other key sectors.
What You’ll Bring
Required
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BS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or a related discipline (minimum 3.0 GPA), or equivalent experience.
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3+ years of experience (5 years strongly preferred) in environmental consulting or related field.
Technical Skills:
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Wetland delineation using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements.
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Plant identification, soil sampling, hydric soil indicators, and hydrology field assessment.
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Strong data management and technical report writing capabilities.
Other Requirements:
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Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
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Ability to travel up to 75%.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
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Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic field and project environments.
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This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
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Professional Wetland Certificate (nationwide) and experience working in the Midwest.
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Experience with NEPA environmental assessments, permitting, and compliance documentation.
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Familiarity with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and state/local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform wetland delineations across Upper Midwest states using federal and regional protocols.
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Conduct habitat assessments, environmental due diligence, and NEPA‑related impact analysis.
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Prepare multi‑media environmental permitting materials and compliance management plans.
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Support project delivery through field surveys, data interpretation, literature reviews, and technical reporting.
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Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop recommendations and strategic solutions for clients.
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Manage quality, budgets, and timelines in alignment with ERM’s Impact Assessment team objectives.
For the Senior Consultant, Lead Wetland Delineator position, the anticipated annual base pay is $80,120–$102,301 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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!
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