Managing Consultant, Science or Engineering - Mining

Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable mining and environmental management? At ERM, we’re not just consultants—we’re trusted advisors helping global organizations navigate complex environmental challenges. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for impact and leadership, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Why This Role Matters

The mining and metals supply chain is undergoing a transformation driven by global sustainability goals, regulatory shifts, and stakeholder expectations. ERM is at the forefront of this change, guiding clients through critical decisions that balance business performance with environmental responsibility. As a Managing Consultant, Science or Engineering, Mining, you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing these efforts, influencing industry standards, and shaping the future of resource management.

What Your Impact Is

• Deliver practical, innovative, and risk based solutions across the full spectrum of mining projects—including exploration, greenfield developments, active operations, expansion initiatives, and closure programs.
• Apply tangible approaches to address site-specific challenges such as permitting, regulatory compliance, environmental monitoring, impact assessment, remediation, reclamation, and ongoing operational improvements.
• Collaborate with SMEs and clients to implement actionable strategies and proven best practices that drive measurable results and ensure responsible management throughout every phase and type of mining project.
• Partner with senior commercial leaders to drive go-to-market strategies and expand ERM’s influence in the mining sector.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, helping them navigate regulatory landscapes and achieve ESG objectives.
• Contribute to high-profile projects that impact local, national, and global communities.
  
  

We envision this individual being based in either our Elko, Salt Lake City, Scottsdale, or Denver office though location is somewhat flexible.

Required

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering (or equivalent).
• 4 years of professional experience in mining or metals, with site experience preferred.
• Prior experience working at and on mine sites.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Exceptional communication skills—able to distill complex concepts for executives and operators alike.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, manage multiple priorities, and travel as needed.
  
  

Preferred

• Fluency in Spanish or French, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with Responsible Mining Standards (IRMA, TSM, ASI, Copper Mark, etc.).
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support mining initiatives across the project lifecycle, focusing on mine closure plans, remediation strategies, and project reviews.
• Design and implement programs, policies, and standards in collaboration with ERM subject matter experts.
• Facilitate the formulation and implementation of mine closure and reclamation strategies, as well as related initiatives.
• Prepare CEQA/NEPA documents, ESA Biological Assessments, and regulatory permits.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Develop proposals, scopes, and cost estimates; contribute to business development efforts.
• Manage scope, budget, and schedule expectations while delivering high-quality outputs.
• Build strong client relationships and foster collaboration within ERM teams.
• Analyze complex data and trends, producing clear executive summaries.
• Promote a culture of safety, excellence, and innovation.
  
  

For the Managing Consultant, Science or Engineering, Mining position, the anticipated annual base pay is $80,800–$118,233 (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!