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ERM Principal Consultant, Planner
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loacation Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Of America
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Lead the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure Join ERM as a Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation and shape the way major capital projects move forward. This is more than transportation planning—it’s about enabling renewable energy, electric transmission, and critical infrastructure projects that power a sustainable future. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact on global projects, this is your opportunity. Why This Role Matters Transportation planning is at the heart of every major development. In this role, you’ll provide strategic guidance and technical expertise for projects that span electric transmission, renewables (wind, solar, hydropower, battery storage), and extractive industries. Your work ensures compliance, safety, and efficiency while supporting ERM’s mission to deliver sustainable solutions worldwide. What Your Impact Is Drive transportation analyses for U.S.-based projects aligned with state DOT requirements and international best practices. Lead IFC-compliant Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) for global initiatives. Influence project outcomes by defining methodologies, shaping proposals, and mentoring the next generation of transportation experts. Expand ERM’s transportation planning practice through business development and thought leadership. What You’ll Bring Required Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban/Transportation Planning, or related field. Or equivalent experience. 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning/engineering for major capital projects. Expertise in U.S. standards and processes (NEPA, FHWA/FTA guidance, HCM, MUTCD) and state/local requirements. Strong communication skills for technical reporting and client engagement. Authorization to work in the U.S. Preferred Master’s degree in Transportation Engineering/Planning or related field. Professional licensure/certification: PE, PTOE, AICP, RSP, or equivalent. Proficiency in traffic operations and planning tools (Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM/SIDRA, GIS, travel demand modeling). Experience with international projects and IFI-funded frameworks. Proven success in business development and industry thought leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead multimodal transportation impact assessments (road, rail, vessel, air) for construction and operations of major projects. Develop methodologies and frameworks aligned with NEPA, FHWA/FTA, state/local, and international standards. Provide scope and level-of-effort inputs for transportation work in U.S. and global proposals. Build and strengthen client relationships; lead pursuits for transportation planning projects. Mentor junior staff and foster an inclusive, collaborative, high-performance culture. Location & Travel: Washington, DC office with hybrid flexibility. Occasional travel for client meetings and field reviews. For the Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation ​ position, the anticipated annual base pay is $ 127,648 –$163,088 ( 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!   #LI-Hybrid  

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