Consulting Associate, EHS Management Information Systems (EMIS)

Job Description

About the Role: Consulting Associate, EHS Management Information Systems (EMIS)

ERM is actively seeking a Consulting Associate, EHS Management Information Systems (EMIS) to join our expanding global Digital Services business. At ERM, we pride ourselves on offering a powerful combination of profound EHS&S experience and extensive expertise in Environmental Management Information Systems (EMIS) solutions.

Our comprehensive EMIS services encompass the entire information management life cycle:

• Assisting clients with information solutions portfolio assessment and strategy.
• Technology evaluation and planning.
• Designing, testing, and implementing enterprise-wide systems.
• Deploying innovative technologies.

ERM’s enduring values are central to our business conduct. We are deeply passionate about our people, their safety, well-being, and professional development. ERMers are accountable, client-focused, and committed to collaborating with colleagues across all geographies. If you align with our values, believe in sustainability, and are motivated by opportunities to shape, build, and contribute to a team that delivers a significant impact to our clients’ businesses, ERM is the ideal place for you. We offer a flexible working environment and a competitive salary.

As a Consultant on our team, you will be a valuable asset within a diverse group of professionals dedicated to addressing business growth, daily operations, and critical environmental issues. You will thrive in an environment that fosters proactive cooperation and encourages individuals to maintain a positive attitude to consistently deliver high-quality services and technical solutions.

Position Summary

In this dynamic, client-facing role, you will play a crucial part in supporting business leaders through the successful selection, configuration, implementation, and sustainment of EHS and sustainability management information systems. You will provide objective, independent advice on both off-the-shelf and custom-built, third-party technologies, leveraging your knowledge of their market presence within our clients’ industries. (Comprehensive training will be provided.)

The ideal candidate will possess effective client communication skills and a strong passion for sustainability and technology. An educational background in fields such as Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Theoretical Business is highly valued, as is professional experience with software implementation. Ideally, you will have completed university courses that offered exposure to and experience with environmental software or environmental studies, which will further develop your deep understanding of global EHS and sustainability business capabilities, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• System Evaluation & Selection: Evaluate EHS&S Management Information Systems (EMIS) available on the market, including assisting clients with system requirements definition and software selection processes.
• Project Execution & Implementation: Engage in all life cycle stages of project execution; implement EMIS software for clients worldwide, assisting with system configuration, integration, training, rollout, ongoing support, maintenance, enhancement, and improvements as required to meet overall business objectives of clients.
• Technical Configuration & Deployment: Support consultant teams in the configuration and deployment of environmental health, safety, and sustainability solutions. Specific activities include:
  • Drafting and publishing system design documents.
  • Configuring technical specifications and components within the solution.
  • Analyzing and migrating data.
  • Developing custom reports/dashboards and automated interfaces.
• Training & Documentation: Participate in system support and training documentation teams, and prepare and present training to internal consultants and client system users.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Apply functional and technical skills to configure EMIS software; serve as a subject matter expert to provide an escalation point for production issues.
• Business Process Analysis: Map and analyze end-to-end business processes within third-party and proprietary systems, as well as their integration with EHS&S Management Information Systems software, adhering to formal IT guidelines.
• Change Management: Facilitate management of change issues associated with the adoption of new information systems.
• Technology Champion: Serve as a power user of collaborative technology, and champion new and innovative business solutions within established and emerging technical architectures (e.g., Sphera, Enablon, Intelex, SAI Global EHS 360, Cority, and other EHS&S software systems).

Requirements

• Education: University degree holder in an environmental or technical field such as Environmental Sciences, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or Theoretical Business.
• Technical Background (Advantageous but Not Required): Diversified information technology background and knowledge of EHS software, methodologies, domains, and technology is an advantage but not strictly required. This includes areas like Environmental Compliance, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Audit Management, Incident Management & Risk Assessment.
• Software Knowledge (A Plus but Not Required): Knowledge and education/professional experience with Enablon, Intelex, SAI Global EHS 360, Cority, Sphera, or other EHS&S software systems is a definite plus but not a mandatory requirement.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunities for future generations.

At ERM, we understand 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 recognize 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, reflecting its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives whether on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter. Based on a review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

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!