Environmental Technical Studies Manager (FT - Hybrid)
About The Position
The Technical Studies Manager is a leadership role in CSG’s Environmental Planning practice, working under the direction of the Director of Environmental Planning. The manager provides professional services involving air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, health risk assessments, energy, and noise and vibration. The role combines technical expertise with project management, business development, and staff mentorship, with a focus on compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other applicable regulatory frameworks. The manager will lead and grow CSG’s newly established in-house Technical Services team, helping shape the group’s business plan, goals, and growth benchmarks. CSG’s Environmental Planning practice serves clients across California on projects including residential development, downtown master plans, infrastructure improvements, policy planning, mixed-use projects, and community facilities in urban and rural communities. The position is primarily office-based with a hybrid schedule and occasional travel to client sites and project locations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, engineering, geography, planning, or a related field, or currently in progress.
- At least four years of professional experience in air quality and/or noise compliance, including leadership and project management roles.
- Familiarity with federal, state, and local air quality and climate change laws, including the Clean Air Act, California climate change plans and programs such as Cap and Trade and the Scoping Plan, and local air agency permitting requirements.
- Deep understanding of the environmental consulting industry, including CEQA and applicable processing requirements.
- Expert knowledge of modeling software in the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting at public hearings or to clients.
- Valid Class C California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, maintained throughout employment.
- Thorough written and verbal business English, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment and manage deadlines and multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand at a workstation for extended periods and to walk, bend, and sit.
- Ability to travel to client sites and/or job sites.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the Technical Manager for specialized technical studies.
- Work with the Director of Environmental Planning to develop a Technical Studies Business Plan with short- and long-term goals and growth benchmarks.
- Lead and review technical modeling for air quality, health risk assessments, greenhouse gas emissions, energy, and noise and vibration.
- Prepare, review, and finalize technical studies, reports, and environmental studies in compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Manage the Technical Studies team budget, financial performance, and workload to achieve targets.
- Recruit, mentor, advise, and provide feedback to staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
- Complete analysis and documentation within specific guidelines to ensure CEQA requirements are met.
- Participate in proposal efforts, including developing scopes, budgets, qualifications, and win themes for new project opportunities.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, maintain relationships, and ensure client satisfaction.
- Identify market opportunities to grow the technical services practice.
- Travel to client sites and project locations as required.
Benefits
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, including family coverage
- Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Arrangement, depending on the selected health insurance plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and parking benefits
- Group and voluntary life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership program
- 401(k) program with company match
- 15 days of paid time off
- 12 paid company holidays
- California Paid Sick Leave for part-time/as-needed employees
- Employee Assistance program
- Fitness reimbursement program
- Professional Development program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
