CEQA Project Manager

BKF Engineers, Inc.; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k)

Education reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

BKF in California is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead Environmental Compliance (CEQA/NEPA) projects. The role involves managing environmental compliance documents, strategizing project execution, and fostering relationships with clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a minimum of 10 years of experience, and strong leadership skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary range between $145,000 and $180,000 annually based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience overseeing planning and environmental professionals.
• Experience managing CEQA and NEPA projects.
• Strong team management and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environmental Compliance projects and expand CEQA/NEPA services.
• Manage environmental compliance documents for various projects.
• Supervise and coach a team, developing staff capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Certification from AICP (desirable)

Job description

At BKF, we’re not just growing—we’re thriving! As a dynamic multi-service consulting firm, we specialize in planning, engineering, surveying, and construction management. With more than 20 West Coast offices, we’ve been a trusted partner in land development, transportation, water resources, and government services for over 110 years. Our firm combines deep technical resources with a collaborative approach to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that bring community visions to life.

BKF is hiring an Environmental Project Manager to lead Environmental Compliance (CEQA/NEPA) projects and expand our CEQA/NEPA services throughout California. The Project Manager can work remotely or in a hybrid manner, sharing time between a California office and home.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with company leadership to achieve performance goals for the Environmental Planning team.
• Reestablish industry contacts and build relationships with existing and prospective clients to create a steady pipeline.
• Lead environmental compliance as a project manager, overseeing CEQA/NEPA document preparation, related technical studies, and peer review.
• Manage environmental compliance documents for a variety of projects, including land development, municipal/local/regional government, transportation, water, energy, general plans, housing, and higher education.
• Drive thought leadership and BKF name recognition through participation in industry associations, presenting at conferences, publishing white papers, and leading professional organizations.
• Guide and oversee environmental professional staff in technical, management, leadership, and client service skill sets.
• Ensure the BKF Environmental Planning team excels technically and financially by overseeing project performance and maintaining high standards in proposals and work product quality.
• Coordinate complex environmental projects and multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional planning efforts.
• Strategize environmental compliance needs, from exemptions and exclusions to EIRs and EISs.
• Plan and coordinate projects, developing scope of work, environmental compliance documents, research, data analysis, timelines, budgets, and invoicing.
• Serve as a technical consultant to elected officials, citizen groups, and stakeholders on planning policies, zoning issues, ordinance changes, and environmental regulations.
• Facilitate public involvement through meetings and presentations to discuss planning initiatives and evaluate opposing views.
• Coordinate consultants and contractors assigned to specific projects.
• Supervise and coach a team, developing staff capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience overseeing planning and environmental professionals.
• Progressively responsible project management experience on CEQA and NEPA projects in California.
• Proven ability to supervise staff.
• Strong communication skills, both one-on-one and in front of large groups.
• High energy, passionate, forward‑thinking, results‑oriented, team player, and resourceful leader.
• Excellent at building and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Effective team management and client communication skills.
• Ability to handle critical conversations with internal staff, managers, and leaders.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license and acceptable driver’s record.

Physical Demands

Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions

Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to a high‑stress, fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits

• Typical base salary range: $145,000.00 – $180,000.00, annually based on skills, experience, education, and geographic location.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401(k).
• Generous paid time off packages.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
• Competitive and award‑winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.

BKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.