WA - Environmental Planning and Approvals

Job Summary As part of our continued growth, ERM has an exciting & career defining opportunity as a leader to join our global consulting firm as a consultant, focused on Project Planning and Approvals within the renewables industry, based in Perth, Western Australia Why This Role Matters We are looking for an outstanding professional who combines strong consulting, technical, delivery and client skills to help ERM foster and expand a network of excellent client relationships by driving outcomes that create tangible value for our clients. What Your Impact Is This role includes, but is not limited to, delivering high quality technical services and further advancing our reputation for the management and delivery of capital projects for our clients. Responsibilities Primary focus on supporting our clients in environmental approvals and impact assessments for renewable energy sector clients. Deliver and lead environmental assessments for renewable projects, and related approvals management in support of capital project delivery. Support the growth and development of ERM's Capital Project Delivery service area and actively collaborate with colleagues across the nation and globe. Work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment to build ERM's business, as well as to lead client and technical teams. Drive innovation within the technical community to stay ahead of client needs and to help differentiate ERM in the market. Meet overall project budget and schedule, client satisfaction / expectations, and internal and contract requirements. If you have the following, we want to hear from you: Demonstrated wind, solar and/or BESS WA State and Federal approval experience Relevant tertiary qualifications; 10+ years of environmental planning and approvals, impact assessment, working within WA and Commonwealth legislative requirements. Technical competence in environmental planning and approvals, due diligence, post approval management and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices. Understanding of key impact assessment and management issues within the renewable sector. Solid experience building and sustaining relationships with major clients. Authorisation to work in Australia In-depth understanding of Project Approvals challenges including existing relationships that can be leveraged into new business. Ready to Lead the Way At ERM, your work creates impact that matters, helping global organisations tackle the most pressing sustainability challenges while shaping a better future for communities and the environment. Our vision is to empower you to grow, lead, and innovate alongside world-class clients on transformative projects. We prioritise wellbeing, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture where collaboration, expertise, and purpose drive meaningful impact. At ERM, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and innovation thrives. If you're ready to make sustainability your mission and build a career that creates lasting change, your journey starts here You can apply for this role through Careers or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Discover Life at ERM Curious about our culture and what makes ERM a great place to grow your career? Explore these resources to learn more about our people, values, and the impact we create: Talent Brochure: TM - Candidate brochure Life at ERM: Life at ERM At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world's leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM's purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles