California | Environmental Planner/Project Manager
California | Environmental Planner/Project Manager
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$120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
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Position Summary
Our client is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner and Project Manager to join our growing team. This is a leadership role for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about environmental compliance, sustainability, and strategic planning.
As a senior team member, you will lead complex environmental review processes under CEQA and NEPA, manage multidisciplinary project teams, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior staff, contributing to business development, and shaping the future direction of our planning practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Manage all phases of environmental planning projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.
- Environmental Compliance: Prepare, review, and oversee CEQA and NEPA documents (EIRs, EISs, MNDs, ISs), technical studies, and permitting strategies.
- Client Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring responsiveness, transparency, and high-quality deliverables.
- Team Management: Lead and mentor interdisciplinary teams of planners, scientists, and technical specialists.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Facilitate public meetings, agency consultations, and community outreach efforts.
- Business Development: Support proposal development, client presentations, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Regulatory Expertise: Stay current with evolving environmental laws, policies, and best practices in California and at the federal level.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in environmental planning and project management.
- Demonstrated expertise in CEQA and NEPA compliance, including preparation of complex environmental documents.
- Strong understanding of California's regulatory landscape, including permitting processes and agency coordination.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and public speaking.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and teams simultaneously.
- Experience working with public agencies, municipalities, or infrastructure clients is highly desirable.
- AICP, LEED AP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation: Salary ranging from $120k-170k
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO.
- Flexible Work Environment: Hybrid and remote work options to support work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, conference attendance, and leadership development opportunities.
- Inclusive Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven workplace that values diversity and innovation.
- Impactful Work: The opportunity to work on high-profile projects that make a real difference in California's communities and ecosystems.
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