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ERM is seeking a Technical Principal Consultant, EHS Data & Analytics Manager based in California to lead complex environmental, health, and safety (EHS) data programs across North America. In this role, you will shape how organizations leverage data to make smarter, faster environmental decisions—delivering scalable analytics solutions, strengthening governance, and enabling actionable insights at every level of the business.
Why This Role Matters?
This role sits at the intersection of sustainability, data, and decision-making. You will help clients design and operationalize high-impact EHS data programs that not only ensure regulatory compliance but also unlock strategic value. By aligning stakeholders, modernizing data ecosystems, and delivering clear insights, you will directly influence environmental performance and business outcomes.
What Your Impact Is:
Program & Project Management
- Lead EHS data management engagements end-to-end: define scope, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate technical teams, and ensure quality across all deliverables.
- Drive sprint planning, stand-ups, and agile workflows across data and analytics workstreams, keeping projects on track and stakeholders aligned.
- Develop proposals and scopes of work for environmental and EHS data management services; present findings and recommendations directly to client leadership.
- Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on data strategy and EHS program improvement.
- Coach and mentor junior analysts and technical staff; foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
- Bring a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with a bias toward scalable answers.
- Anticipate evolving needs for data structures and conventions across programs.
- Synthesize fragmented inputs into decision-ready outputs.
- Apply practitioner-level fluency with AI as a system-building tool.
- Facilitate cross-cultural collaboration across global stakeholders, geographies, and time zones.
- Support onboarding and development of technical project managers; take PM responsibility for defined scope areas as needed.
EHS Data Administration & Analytics
- Administer EHS datasets across the full lifecycle—collection, validation, transformation, storage, and reporting—ensuring integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Design scalable data structures that support program growth while maintaining usability and efficiency.
- Own data hygiene, standards, metadata, and definitions to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Build dashboards and automated reporting solutions (Tableau, Power BI) to surface performance trends and enable decision-making.
- Develop simulation and optimization models to improve EHS program outcomes.
- Deliver reporting cadences (daily through quarterly) and ad hoc analyses to track progress, identify risks, and evaluate effectiveness.
- Use SQL, Python, or similar tools to automate workflows and enhance data accessibility.
- Partner with ERM client teams to solve complex challenges and improve performance outcomes.
- Collaborate with ERM Technical Communities to scale innovative EHS analytics offerings.
What You’ll Bring:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, Business Analytics, or a related field or (two - 2 years for each year of education equal to 8 years minimum) equivalent experience.
- 6+ years of experience in data architecture, information systems, analytics, or related operational program leadership roles.
- Demonstrated success managing cross-functional data or analytics programs in consulting, enterprise, or client-service environments.
- Experience leading agile/scrum teams and sprint-based delivery models.
- Availability to support a 40-hour/week hybrid schedule with 2–3 days onsite in Santa Clara County.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Tableau and/or Power BI for dashboard development and storytelling.
- Working knowledge of SQL and Python for data querying and automation.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with EHS data management platforms (e.g., EQuIS) preferred.
- Exposure to Salesforce, BusinessObjects, or similar platforms is advantageous.
- Experience with CRISP-DM, process mining, or decision modeling is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights.
- Exceptional communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.
- Collaborative, pragmatic, and results-oriented approach.
For the Principal Technical Consultant, EHS Program & Data Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $112,130–$155,471 (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!
Drive Data-Driven Environmental Impact at Scale
ERM is seeking a Technical Principal Consultant, EHS Data & Analytics Manager based in California to lead complex environmental, health, and safety (EHS) data programs across North America. In this role, you will shape how organizations leverage data to make smarter, faster environmental decisions—delivering scalable analytics solutions, strengthening governance, and enabling actionable insights at every level of the business.
Why This Role Matters?
This role sits at the intersection of sustainability, data, and decision-making. You will help clients design and operationalize high-impact EHS data programs that not only ensure regulatory compliance but also unlock strategic value. By aligning stakeholders, modernizing data ecosystems, and delivering clear insights, you will directly influence environmental performance and business outcomes.
What Your Impact Is:
Program & Project Management
- Lead EHS data management engagements end-to-end: define scope, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate technical teams, and ensure quality across all deliverables.
- Drive sprint planning, stand-ups, and agile workflows across data and analytics workstreams, keeping projects on track and stakeholders aligned.
- Develop proposals and scopes of work for environmental and EHS data management services; present findings and recommendations directly to client leadership.
- Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on data strategy and EHS program improvement.
- Coach and mentor junior analysts and technical staff; foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
- Bring a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with a bias toward scalable answers.
- Anticipate evolving needs for data structures and conventions across programs.
- Synthesize fragmented inputs into decision-ready outputs.
- Apply practitioner-level fluency with AI as a system-building tool.
- Facilitate cross-cultural collaboration across global stakeholders, geographies, and time zones.
- Support onboarding and development of technical project managers; take PM responsibility for defined scope areas as needed.
EHS Data Administration & Analytics
- Administer EHS datasets across the full lifecycle—collection, validation, transformation, storage, and reporting—ensuring integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Design scalable data structures that support program growth while maintaining usability and efficiency.
- Own data hygiene, standards, metadata, and definitions to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Build dashboards and automated reporting solutions (Tableau, Power BI) to surface performance trends and enable decision-making.
- Develop simulation and optimization models to improve EHS program outcomes.
- Deliver reporting cadences (daily through quarterly) and ad hoc analyses to track progress, identify risks, and evaluate effectiveness.
- Use SQL, Python, or similar tools to automate workflows and enhance data accessibility.
- Partner with ERM client teams to solve complex challenges and improve performance outcomes.
- Collaborate with ERM Technical Communities to scale innovative EHS analytics offerings.
What You’ll Bring:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, Business Analytics, or a related field or (two - 2 years for each year of education equal to 8 years minimum) equivalent experience.
- 6+ years of experience in data architecture, information systems, analytics, or related operational program leadership roles.
- Demonstrated success managing cross-functional data or analytics programs in consulting, enterprise, or client-service environments.
- Experience leading agile/scrum teams and sprint-based delivery models.
- Availability to support a 40-hour/week hybrid schedule with 2–3 days onsite in Santa Clara County.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Tableau and/or Power BI for dashboard development and storytelling.
- Working knowledge of SQL and Python for data querying and automation.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with EHS data management platforms (e.g., EQuIS) preferred.
- Exposure to Salesforce, BusinessObjects, or similar platforms is advantageous.
- Experience with CRISP-DM, process mining, or decision modeling is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights.
- Exceptional communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.
- Collaborative, pragmatic, and results-oriented approach.
For the Principal Technical Consultant, EHS Program & Data Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $112,130–$155,471 (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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Technical Consultant
Map your degree to a specialty occupation
PERM requires your degree field to align directly with the Technical Consultant role, not just any bachelor's degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your target title and confirm the listed education requirements match your credentials before applying.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Companies that have sponsored Technical Consultants through PERM before understand the recruitment advertising requirements and DOL audit risk. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with active EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship history specific to consulting roles.
Request the prevailing wage tier in writing
DOL assigns one of four wage levels during PERM. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that level or the application fails. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and metro area before your offer negotiation so you know the floor.
Clarify who bears PERM recruitment costs
PERM requires the employer to conduct and pay for a mandatory recruitment campaign before filing. Confirm your prospective employer has legal counsel experienced with the process, since inadequate job advertising is a leading cause of DOL audits and denials.
Obtain a foreign credential evaluation early
If your technical degree is from outside the U.S., USCIS requires a credential equivalency evaluation for the I-140 petition. A delayed evaluation report can stall your petition for months, so commission it before your employer begins the PERM process.
Understand priority date backlogs before accepting an offer
EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions, but per-country limits affect how long you wait for a visa number to become available. Nationals from high-demand countries face significantly longer waits even after I-140 approval, so factor this into your offer timeline.
Green Card Technical Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Consultant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Technical Consultant positions typically qualify for EB-3 when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. If the position requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds a master's or higher, EB-2 may apply. The determining factor is the employer's minimum requirements for the role as documented during the PERM labor certification process, not the candidate's actual credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Technical Consultant?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status tied to a specific employer, subject to an annual lottery, and limited to three-year periods. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent, has no lottery, and results in lawful permanent residency rather than temporary authorization. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM plus I-140 plus adjustment of status can take two to four years before the priority date issue is separate from the visa backlog entirely.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Technical Consultant role?
The employer files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification with the DOL, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role at the prevailing wage. This requires a mandatory recruitment campaign with specific advertising steps. DOL either certifies the application or audits it for additional documentation. Once certified, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS to establish your green card priority date.
How do I find Technical Consultant jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly, which makes direct employer outreach and targeted job search tools more effective than broad searches. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Technical Consultant roles at companies with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, filtering out employers unlikely to sponsor rather than requiring you to screen each posting manually.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
You can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days, under AC21 portability rules. The new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification. If you switch before I-140 approval, the PERM labor certification is typically abandoned and the process restarts with the new employer, resetting your priority date.