Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager

EOC Group•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$128,600 - $199,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager will lead utility, water, solar, telecom, and other development projects, acting as a strategic advisor. The role requires attracting and retaining clients while developing strategies to drive company growth and service expansion. Strong leadership and a proven track record in managing complex projects are essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Archaeology, Architectural History, or closely related field
12 years professional experience working in environmental consulting or closely related environmental industry
Strong knowledge of NEPA and Siting and Routing Studies
Strong writing and analysis skills with the ability to provide examples
Ability to perform work duties independently and efficiently with short deadlines
Highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy
Willingness and ability to travel as required by business demands
Proven record of successfully managing complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams
Ability to interpret contracts and scope of work documents and disseminate information to employees
Ability to perform work duties independently and efficiently with short deadlines, as well as working in a team setting
Effective communication skills, including: Able to communicate with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical
Verbal, written, and presentation skills
Ability to train and educate employees
Organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

Nice To Haves

Previous managerial experience
Financial training and/or certifications
Project management training and/or certifications
M.S. degree in environmental planning and/or a closely related discipline
Experience as Environmental Expert Witness
Experience working with or for federal, state, or local agencies is a plus
Strong writing and editing skills
Organizing and facilitating coordination meetings, both in person and virtual, for multi-disciplinary teams across a variety of internal and external parties
Public outreach and engagement
Familiarity with typical utility operations and maintenance activities
Familiarity with Salesforce and ESRI GIS applications (including desktop, ArcGIS, Collector, Survey123, etc.)
Excellent navigation skills and good driving record
Experience driving a four-wheel drive vehicle off-road or in rough terrain

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary teams of professional and technical staff to complete complex environmental planning projects
Independently manage client relationships, budgets, schedules, and project resources
Track and manage project deliverables
Attend and lead project meetings
Interact and coordinate with various clientele, federal, state, local, and tribal agencies
Document compliance/noncompliance with resource protection measures
Conduct background research and data collection to articulate practical recommendations to clients and regulatory agencies
Assist with participation and preparation of new business presentations
Review and approve formal proposals in response to Requests For Proposals (RFP)
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures