Partner, Capital Project Delivery, Power Industry (Partner Level)

Partner, Capital Project Delivery, Power Industry (Partner Level)

At ERM , we are shaping a sustainable future with the world's leading organizations, including working as a partner with some of the leading utilities and emerging power companies to plan for, create/develop, and effectively/efficiently construct and operate conventional and renewable power generation, transmission, and distribution assets. ERM supports every stage of the business/asset lifecycle, including identifying, routing, and assessing sites and securing permits for new renewable and conventional power generation, transmission line development, transmission grid infrastructure (including substations, distribution lines, BESS, etc.), and development of associated capital projects programs. Our goal is always the same: assist our clients in achieving project success, from front-end planning through construction and operation, while meeting expectations for assessment and management of impacts on environmental, social, health, and cultural resources.

Our current focus is on expanding our team to further strengthen our organization’s ability to create and implement innovative solutions that translate to clear and measurable business value for our clients. Consistent with this focus, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced professional to join our firm as a key client-facing Partner , and to become a shareholder in a business with sustainability at its heart. We are looking for an established leader who combines strong consulting and business development skills with a solid technical foundation, and a track record of developing and leading high performing teams to sell and deliver world-class services and outcomes. The focus areas for this role will be to:

• Foster, expand, and leverage a network of excellent client relationships with a focused set of large Power industry organizations (including regulated utilities) consistent with our growth strategy and trajectory.
• Drive the continued growth of ERM’s business through recruiting and developing our next generation of leaders.
• Further advance our reputation for supporting development of some of the world’s most challenging and complex projects.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a Partner -level opportunity for a Principal/Director/VP-level professional looking to further their career with an equity stake in a global, sustainability-focused business-minded consulting firm. A career as an ERM Partner is unique and our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision, and proven expertise, providing:

• Meaningful equity ownership with significant financial rewards.
• The opportunity to contribute significantly to key decisions, including the overall strategic direction of our organization.
• The ability to provide “thought leadership” on a wide range of technical and business issues affecting our core markets.
• A platform to leverage ERM’s market position and reach with your established relationships to further drive our growth.

ROLE PROFILE

• Support and carry out ERM’s strategy of focusing on clients, understanding clients’ businesses and their needs, and delivering exceptional client value and impact by crafting long-term, programmatic set of services to the client.
• Collaborate with client account directors/account managers as well as NA Regional Industry and Service Leaders to implement client and market segment specific consulting programs for the region.
• Contribute to leadership and management of project execution activities in support of ERM clients’ traditional and renewable power projects.
• Lead consulting engagements in the areas of impact assessment, technical discipline-specific consulting, and/or permitting and compliance.
• Assist our clients in achieving project success, from planning through construction and operation.
• Provide business value to the client and position ERM for continued growth based on a strong understanding of clients’ needs and raising the profile of ERM’s capabilities within the key client organizations through relationship building, sharing insights with the client and being knowledgeable about their sector.
• Develop new client relationships and expand existing relationships by delivering strategic advisory services, excellent value, and quality service.
• Maintain a working knowledge of industry business cycles and prioritize sales efforts toward high potential, top opportunities.
• Actively develop commercial strategies to pursue and win new business opportunities that result in significant growth with ERM’s target power clients.
• Drive innovation within the sector to stay ahead of client needs and to differentiate ERM in the market.
• Build, grow, and manage a high-performance team, serving as a leader and mentor to consultants.
• Meet business health & safety performance standards, financial targets, overall project budgets and schedules, client satisfaction/expectations, and internal risk management and contractual requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/MS in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in either a consulting environment or working substantially with the Power Sector, including substantial experience with conventional and/or renewable generation, transmission, and distribution markets in North America.
• Recognized technical expertise and an established reputation in the local marketplace either in the power industry or in the capital projects/programs industry.
• In-depth understanding of the power industry, and the companies operating in this market, including existing relationships that can be leveraged into new business.
• Demonstrated understanding of the power regulatory environment, key regulatory agencies, utility/service commissions, and current and emerging issues.
• Business acumen to understand business risks and challenges, and to recognize opportunities to provide enterprise-wide solutions for clients.
• Demonstrable track record in delivering multi-million-dollar sales/programs.

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.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!