Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Geochemistry
Lead Technical Excellence. Influence Major Project Outcomes. Drive Sustainable Growth.
As a Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Geochemistry based in Toronto, ON , you will support some of Canada's most significant mining and resource development projects. Leveraging your expertise in geochemistry, water resource management, environmental assessment, and permitting, you will lead complex technical studies, mentor multidisciplinary teams, strengthen client relationships, and help shape the growth of ERM's environmental consulting practice. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside globally recognized experts dedicated to solving complex sustainability challenges.
Why This Role Matters
ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and sustainability consulting services, supporting organizations in more than 40 countries. For over 40 years, we have partnered with many of the world's leading organizations, including Global Fortune 500 companies and government clients, helping them navigate increasingly complex environmental and sustainability challenges.
In Canada, our clients are primarily in the mining and oil & gas sectors, where we support water management and environmental performance throughout the entire project lifecycle. We are currently engaged in transformative projects with major clients, and your expertise will directly contribute to their success.
In this role, you will provide senior technical leadership on major, multimillion-dollar projects while helping expand ERM's integrated water management services. You will have the opportunity to shape project outcomes, influence environmental decision-making, mentor future leaders, and play a key role in growing our business across Canada and globally.
What Your Impact Is
You will serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor, integrating geochemistry with hydrology, hydrogeology, aquatics, and toxicology to deliver innovative and practical solutions for clients. Your work will support environmental assessment and permitting for large-scale capital projects, helping organizations meet regulatory requirements while advancing responsible resource development.
Beyond project execution, you will contribute to the growth of ERM's technical practices by developing strong client partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with colleagues throughout our global network. Your leadership, technical credibility, and strategic perspective will help drive client success and strengthen ERM's position as a market leader.
What You'll Bring
Required
MSc in Geochemistry or a related field.
4+ years of consulting experience in geochemistry and water resource management.
Demonstrated experience leading geochemical characterization studies and ML/ARD management programs.
Solid understanding of environmental assessment, permitting processes, and regulatory drivers within the mining sector.
Experience developing technical analyses and geochemical models.
Experience effectively addressing complex client and business challenges.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term (2 years+) client relationships.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and people management capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Positive outlook, collaborative mindset, and commitment to the success of a global organization.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
6+ years of consulting experience preferred in geochemistry and water resource management.
Experience supporting large-scale mining and natural resource capital projects.
Existing relationships with mining sector…