Shape Canada's Most Complex Environmental Projects Into Real-World ImpactStep into a high-impact leadership role with ERM, one of the world's leading sustainability and environmental consulting firms. As a Principal Consultant, Senior Project Manager (Environmental Assessment) based in Canada, you will lead complex, multidisciplinary environmental projects with budgets of up to $2M+, guiding them from strategy through execution. This is an opportunity to influence nationally significant mining, energy, and infrastructure initiatives—balancing environmental responsibility, regulatory excellence, and commercial success. Your leadership will help shape projects that deliver lasting environmental, social, and economic value.Why This Role Matters?ERM's clients depend on us to deliver critical capital projects where environmental, regulatory, and social considerations are central to success. In this role, you will provide senior-level project leadership—ensuring delivery is safe, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with the highest quality standards.You'll act as a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes, mitigate risks, and make informed decisions. Your work will directly strengthen long-term client partnerships, drive repeat business, and reinforce ERM's reputation for delivering high-profile, multi-stakeholder projects with integrity and precision.What Your Impact Is:Lead end-to-end delivery of complex environmental projects and proposals, including EAs/EISs, permitting, management plans, and regulatory strategiesTranslate client objectives into clear execution plans—aligning scope, budget, timelines, and team resourcesPartner with senior client stakeholders to understand priorities, manage risks, and deliver practical, defensible solutionsEnsure strong project controls across financial performance, forecasting, invoicing, and risk managementDrive business growth by identifying opportunities, shaping pursuits, and supporting proposal developmentMentor and develop project managers and technical teams, strengthening ERM's delivery capabilityFoster collaboration across ERM's national and global networkChampion a culture of health, safety, quality, and environmental stewardshipWhat You'll Bring:RequiredBachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is an asset6+ years of consulting experience in environmental or related technical disciplines, with progressive responsibility for complex project deliveryDemonstrated experience in the mining and/or energy sectors, including regulatory-driven capital projectsProven ability to provide senior-level oversight of complex environmental scopes across multiple projects and clientsStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and time-management skills in quick-paced, deadline-driven environmentsAbility to work independently while aligning with ERM governance, quality, and risk management expectationsDemonstrated proficiency in project management practices, including change management,



risk management, quality management, and financial controlsStrong financial acumen, including budget oversight, forecasting, invoicing, and performance managementAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools and reportingDriver'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.Preferred8+ years of consulting experience preferred in environmental or related technical disciplines, with progressive responsibility for complex project deliveryExperience developing and managing complex project schedules, including dependencies and critical path analysisProficiency with scheduling and tracking tools (e.G., MS Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet)Experience overseeing environmental, regulatory, permitting, and/or field programs across disciplinesField experience (e.G., wildlife, terrestrial ecology, soils, wetlands, aquatic biology, hydrology) to support oversight and reviewExperience identifying client opportunities and influencing pursuit strategy, scope, and commercial positioningPMP or equivalent project management certificationBilingual in English and French and/or SpanishKey Responsibilities:Provide senior leadership across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery meets scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectationsAct as the primary point of accountability from proposal through execution and final deliveryLead, mentor, and develop project teams, fostering accountability and career growthChampion health, safety, and risk management across all projectsBuild and maintain strong client relationships, managing expectations and resolving issues proactivelyCoordinate multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to deliver high-quality technical outputsOversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and cost controlDevelop and manage integrated project schedules, resourcing plans, and delivery strategiesSupport business development efforts, including opportunity identification, proposal development, and client expansionContribute to team growth, including hiring, retention, performance management,



and continuous improvementDrive collaboration across ERM's global network and share best practicesProvide senior-level review of technical analysis and deliverables to ensure quality and defensibilityIf you're a strategic project leader who thrives on complexity and wants to shape projects that matter—this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact at scale with ERM.For the Principal Consultant, Senior Project Manager (Environmental Assessment) position, the anticipated annual base pay is $110,779–$147,235 (CAD). 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.ERMwelcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.Notice Regarding Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HiringOur organization uses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to assist in the recruitment process. These tools may help screen, assess, and/or evaluate applicants based on information provided in resumes, applications, and other submitted materials. All AI systems are designed to support fair and efficient hiring decisions and operate under human oversight.By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in evaluating your candidacy. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact us at [email protected] you for your interest in ERM!

📌 Principal Consultant, Senior Project Manager (Environmental Assessment) Erm (Calgary)
🏢 Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
📍 Calgary