At ERM, sound is more than a technical consideration—it’s a critical component of sustainable development, community trust, and environmental stewardship. We are seeking a Managing Consultant, Noise Scientist/Engineer to lead and deliver high-impact acoustic consulting work across some of the most challenging and visible projects in North America.
In this strategic, experienced-level role, you will serve as a trusted technical authority, advisor, and mentor—helping clients navigate regulatory complexity, community concerns, and environmental impact while advancing ERM’s leadership in noise and vibration consulting. You’ll work at the intersection of science, policy, and real-world implementation, supported by ERM’s global platform and deep technical communities.
Why This Role MattersNoise and vibration considerations are increasingly central to infrastructure, energy, and development projects. As a Managing Consultant, you will play a critical role in ensuring projects move forward responsibly—balancing technical rigor, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder expectations. Your expertise will directly influence environmental assessments, public-facing decisions, and project outcomes across diverse industries.
What Your Impact Is- Deliver high-quality noise assessments, modeling, and mitigation strategies that inform key client decisions
- Act as a recognized Subject Matter Expert for noise impact analysis in Environmental Assessments and Impact Statements
- Represent clients with credibility and confidence in public meetings, agency consultations, and expert witness settings
- Shape project outcomes by integrating acoustics into broader air quality, civil engineering, and sustainability initiatives
- Strengthen ERM’s technical excellence by mentoring junior staff and contributing to internal acoustic communities
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Science discipline. Or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of direct acoustical consulting experience
- Experience providing expert witness testimony in support of client projects
- Demonstrated experience with CadnaA
- Strong ability to organize and interpret data logically
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
- Proven experience writing detailed technical reports
- Strong written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
- Commitment to safety, including adherence to established Health & Safety protocols
- A collaborative, service-oriented mindset with initiative, versatility, and eagerness to learn and grow
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting quality, budget, and schedule expectations
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
- Experience supporting projects across sectors such as data centers, renewable energy, power generation, and natural gas (FERC licensing)
- Experience conducting airborne and underwater noise assessments
- Prior involvement in NEPA and state environmental policy programs
- Comfort participating in site visits, agency meetings, and public forums
- Provide creative, fit-for-purpose acoustical technical analyses for client projects
- Support background noise surveys and noise impact modeling for airborne and underwater noise
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for noise impact analysis in Environmental Assessments and Impact Statements
- Collaborate closely with ERM’s acoustic team and Acoustical Technical Community to ensure high-quality technical review
- Conduct noise assessments for data centers, renewable energy, power generation, and natural gas projects
- Prepare scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for noise impact studies
- Manage multiple projects concurrently within defined scope, budget, and schedule
- Mentor and support the development of junior staff
- Conduct agency consultations and participate in site visits, agency meetings, and public meetings as needed
- Represent clients as an expert witness at public meetings
- Complete all work in accordance with ERM’s management system and quality standards
For the Managing Consultant, Noise Scientist/Engineer position, the anticipated annual base pay is $94,990–$124,245 (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!
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