Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager to join our Environmental Planning team and support environmental review for a diverse range of public- and private-sector projects throughout California. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing the preparation of clear, defensible environmental documents, leading projects and technical assignments, and providing trusted guidance to clients. The successful candidate will manage small-to-moderate projects or components of larger efforts while remaining engaged in technical work and supporting junior staff. This role may offer a hybrid work setup, blending time in the office with remote work as business needs evolve. We enjoy coming together in person to collaborate, connect with teammates, and partner with clients, and may prioritize candidates who live within 50 miles of a Rincon office. Eligible office locations for this role include Monterey, Oakland, and Sacramento.
Requirements
- B.A./B.S. in Environmental Science/ Studies, Urban/Regional Planning, or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant environmental planning and review experience in California, with increasing responsibility for technical work, project management, and client support
- Experience managing CEQA and/or NEPA documents and independently drafting, reviewing, and synthesizing technical information
- Established knowledge of CEQA and NEPA processes and the judgment to lead technical discussions and advise clients on related regulatory and permitting requirements
- Experience managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
- Sound judgment, initiative, and a practical, results-oriented approach to problem-solving
- Ability to travel occasionally as project needs require
Nice To Haves
- An advanced degree is a plus
- Experience working in a California environmental consulting environment
- Experience leading complex or high-profile CEQA or NEPA documents
- Experience supporting projects across multiple sectors, such as transportation, energy, water, infrastructure, government, or private development
Responsibilities
- Manage the preparation and review of CEQA and NEPA documents, including streamlining and exemption documentation, Initial Studies/Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements
- Direct project research and analysis, evaluate environmental impacts, develop mitigation measures, and clearly communicate findings in defensible documents
- Coordinate technical specialists and oversee document production and QA/QC to maintain quality and meet project schedules and budgets
- Lead agency consultations and technical or regulatory discussions supporting environmental permitting and compliance
- Prepare and present materials for agency staff, decision-making bodies, community members, and other stakeholders
- Manage small-to-moderate projects or components of larger efforts, including scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Serve as a trusted day-to-day advisor to clients, providing responsive communication and identifying project risks and regulatory considerations
- Direct and coordinate project team members, technical specialists, and subcontractors
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff on CEQA, NEPA, technical writing, and environmental planning practices
- Support client outreach and proposal development by contributing CEQA and NEPA expertise, scopes, schedules, and cost estimates
Benefits
- health coverage options
- employer-sponsored insurance
- retirement benefits
- generous time off
- programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
