Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager (CEQA/NEPA)

Dudek•Oakland, CA

1d•$190,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm that began in 1980, initially serving Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, Dudek supports clients nationwide, delivering projects that enhance and protect the built and natural environments. The company is recognized for its award-winning culture and has received multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Employee-owners are united by a commitment to projects addressing critical societal issues like renewable energy transition, infrastructure hardening, environmental protection, and community resilience. This role offers the opportunity to shape impactful projects and be part of an award-winning culture with attractive benefits and perks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Planning, or a related field.
18+ years’ experience managing CEQA/NEPA projects.
Demonstrated mastery of duties and responsibilities outlined above.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent technical writing and analytical skills.
History of successful team management and leadership, and staff mentorship.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Mastery of effective contract management, budgeting, and invoicing processes.
Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting processes and how they inform client strategies and work products.
History of successful client services that results in long-term client relations and cross-discipline business development.
Professional and effective presentation abilities to governing bodies for public meetings and hearings.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment.
U.S. work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Planning, or a related field.
Leadership in professional organizations and industry conferences.

Responsibilities

Manage highly complex projects with significant strategic impact, broad responsibilities, and substantial interdependencies, working autonomously as Principal-in-Charge.
Lead large, high-profile, multidisciplinary projects.
Build and maintain strong client and agency relationships.
Mentor staff.
Drive business development and firm growth.
Create a culture of excellence.
Provide clear guidance to internal team members and subconsultants.
Manage overall team performance and project financial performance.
Exhibit expertise in regulatory compliance, financial oversight, and team leadership.
Lead and review high-value proposals and contract negotiations.
Lead business development efforts.
Demonstrate successful client service resulting in long-term client relations and cross-discipline business development.
Represent Dudek in professional organizations and industry conferences, including public speaking.
Identify and pursue new market opportunities.
Serve as Principal-in-Charge / Senior Project Manager on large-scale, complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring delivery within budget and scope.
Exercise informed, independent decision-making on project strategies, risk management, and execution.
Demonstrate mastery of contract negotiation, scope management, and financial forecasting.
Ensure high-quality technical work, in compliance with industry standards, applicable case law, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure quality control review of all deliverables.
Lead high-stakes meetings, public hearings, and project-related events.
Provide strategic client advocacy in regulatory and permitting processes.
Direct and/or conduct financial tracking to proactively track budgets, track profitability, forecast potential risks, to avoid budget overruns and/or write-offs.
Identify potential for scope-creep, implement strategies for adjustments, ensure communication with client, and manage contract amendments in a timely manner.
Manage multiple large contracts, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
Prepare and/or approve invoices and ensure timely billing and budget reconciliation.
Work with other project managers and experienced staff to identify professional goals and facilitate development of managerial skills.
Lead market expansion and new business development initiatives.
Spearhead conference panels, training sessions, and thought leadership efforts.
Develop and refine strategic partnerships with key industry stakeholders.