Senior Consultant, Change Management (Project Management)
ERM is looking for a Senior Consultant, Change Management to join our growing team of sustainability and transformation experts based in Houston or located anywhere in the U.S.
This role will focus on driving the successful adoption of change across people, processes, systems, and structures, ensuring sustainable outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in change management frameworks, stakeholder engagement, strategic communication, and training delivery to minimize disruption and maximize employee adoption.
Change Strategy & Planning
Partner with business leaders to assess change impact and readiness.
Develop and implement tailored change management strategies, plans, and tools.
Align change efforts with organizational vision, values, and transformation goals.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communications
Identify and analyze key stakeholders; develop targeted engagement approaches.
Design and deliver effective communication plans that build awareness and buy-in.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, facilitating alignment and sponsorship.
Training & Enablement
Develop training strategies to support capability building and user adoption.
Coordinate delivery of learning experiences, job aids, and performance support tools.
Monitor learning effectiveness and adjust approaches as needed.
Change Execution & Reinforcement
Monitor and measure adoption, resistance, and engagement throughout change cycles.
Identify risks and mitigation strategies related to people-side change impacts.
Ensure sustainment plans and reinforcement mechanisms are embedded post-implementation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
3+ years (5+ years preferred) of experience in change management, organizational transformation, or consulting.
Deep knowledge of change management principles, methodologies (e.g., Prosci, Kotter), and tools.
Proven ability to lead multiple concurrent initiatives across functions or geographies.
Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree (e.g., MBA, OD, Psychology).
Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, ACMP, CCMP).
Experience in Agile, Lean, or digital transformation environments.
Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and systems perspective
Empathy and emotional intelligence
Analytical and problem-solving ability
Flexibility and adaptability
Influence without authority
Success Metrics
Adoption and usage rates of new systems or processes
Reduction in resistance or disruptions during change
Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement
Achievement of business objectives tied to the change
For the Senior Consultant, Change Management position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $72,608 – $85,489 (USD). An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee's fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.
You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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. Based on 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!
