Environmental Project Manager II: Permits & Leadership

Sequoia Ecological Consulting; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequoia Ecological Consulting, Inc. seeks a Project Manager II to lead environmental permitting and compliance projects across California, focusing on quality outcomes for diverse clients.

This role supports work from our Sacramento office, guiding biology- and regulation-focused initiatives with clear communication and strong project management skills. You will collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams, oversee budgets and schedules, manage subcontractors, and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• 6+ years in progressive PM/APM roles with increasing responsibility.
• At least 3 years at PM I level.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, clients, and teams.
• Strong leadership and written/verbal communication skills; knowledge of California flora/fauna.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex permits and project scopes to ensure field compliance and make independent decisions.
• Lead author or contributing author for Constraints Analyses, Study Reports, Annual Reports, and similar documents.
• Coordinate, mentor, and review work prepared by Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators.
• Develop cost estimates and scopes of work for moderately complex to complex projects; supervise as needed.
• Support or lead marketing proposals and business development efforts.
• Attend site walks and pre-bid meetings; support marketing initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Budgeting

MS Office

GIS tools

Driver's license

Tools

GIS mapping tools

Job description

Sequoia Ecological Consulting, Inc. seeks a Project Manager II to lead environmental permitting and compliance projects across California, focusing on quality outcomes for diverse clients.

This role supports work from our Sacramento office, guiding biology- and regulation-focused initiatives with clear communication and strong project management skills. You will collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams, oversee budgets and schedules, manage subcontractors, and mentor junior staff