Principal Environmental Planner & PM — Hybrid/Remote

ICF

United States

Hybrid

USD 165,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ICF is seeking a Principal Environmental Planner & Project Manager to lead complex environmental planning and compliance efforts across California and beyond. This role directs multidisciplinary teams, mentors staff, and drives key client relationships to deliver high-profile infrastructure projects, with a focus on CEQA and NEPA compliance and project delivery excellence.

The position offers hybrid or remote work within California, with compensation reflecting senior leadership responsibilities

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in environmental planning or related field.
15+ years of progressive environmental planning and project delivery experience.
Experience leading complex CEQA and NEPA projects.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering large projects.
Experience with federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, permitting processes, and agency coordination.
Client management, project management, and business development experience.

Responsibilities

Direct large, complex environmental planning and compliance projects across water and infrastructure.
Lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage scope, budgets, schedules, and risk.
Guide CEQA/NEPA regulatory strategy, agency consultation, and mitigation planning.
Maintain primary client contacts and grow relationships and contracts.
Mentor environmental professionals and foster high-performing teams.