ERM
ERM
ERM helps organizations address complex sustainability challenges through consulting across sectors such as chemicals, financial services, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy. Its work spans ESG compliance, resource efficiency, decarbonization, carbon markets, clean energy, health and safety, and environmental management, supporting clients as they incorporate sustainability into business operations and long-term strategy.

Managing Technical Consultant, Landscape Architecture, Pittsburgh Hybrid

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant to lead landscape architecture, visual impact assessment, and permitting work for energy and infrastructure projects. The role combines technical delivery, multidisciplinary coordination, client advising, and project leadership in a hybrid Pittsburgh position.

Description

  • Develop planting plans, site designs, detail sheets, lighting plans, and landscape management plans
  • Apply nature-based strategies to brownfield rehabilitation and reuse projects
  • Partner with visual simulation specialists to create legally defensible imagery with accurate vegetation representation
  • Support Visual Impact Assessments and related technical reporting
  • Coordinate GIS professionals, visual simulation specialists, and other technical experts across project teams
  • Act as a strategic advisor and partner to clients
  • Lead or support environmental impact assessments, land planning, facility siting, and permitting for major energy and infrastructure developments
  • Prepare, oversee, and review Visual Impact Assessments and associated technical deliverables
  • Maintain technical quality and adherence to applicable regulations
  • Manage tasks or projects, including budgets, schedules, and quality requirements
  • Coach and develop technical staff
  • Visit project sites and maintain regular direct communication with clients

Requirements

  • Current Registered Landscape Architect licensure
  • A digital portfolio accessible through a website, shared drive, or comparable platform
  • Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline
  • Five to ten years of professional landscape architecture experience
  • Working proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and comparable design software
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client relationships successfully
  • Valid driver’s license or the ability to operate a company vehicle
  • Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to client sites across a broad geographic area
  • This role does not provide immigration sponsorship
  • Strong knowledge of horticulture
  • Familiarity with GIS or Global Mapper, Rhino, 3DS Max, or other 3D rendering tools
  • Additional experience in planning, graphic design, or photography
  • A relevant master’s degree is preferred

Benefits

  • Potential eligibility for bonus compensation
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP retirement plan
  • Equal Employment Opportunity workplace

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