CEQA Project Manager – Energy Infrastructure (Hybrid)

California Public Utilities Commission; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission is seeking a CEQA Project Manager to lead environmental reviews for major utility infrastructure projects, including electric, gas, and broadband initiatives. The role involves coordinating analyses, advising in formal proceedings, and managing CEQA documents from concept through permitting.

The position requires strong technical and policy expertise, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to oversee consultants and the CEQA process within a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Experience leading CEQA environmental reviews for complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong policy analysis and research skills in energy/environmental topics.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and coordinate across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEQA and environmental review documents for utility infrastructure projects (electricity, gas, broadband).
• Lead permitting processes and coordinate with ALJs, Commissioners, and Advisors.
• Oversee construction compliance during project development and deployment.
• Prepare briefings, conduct policy research, and manage consultant contracts for CEQA documents.

Skills

CEQA project management

Environmental policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Public utilities regulatory knowledge

Job description

California Public Utilities Commission is seeking a CEQA Project Manager to lead environmental reviews for major utility infrastructure projects, including electric, gas, and broadband initiatives. The role involves coordinating analyses, advising in formal proceedings, and managing CEQA documents from concept through permitting.

The position requires strong technical and policy expertise, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to oversee consultants and the CEQA process within a hybrid work