Senior CEQA/NEPA Practice Leader - Hybrid CA

GEI Consultants; San Diego, Pasadena (CA, CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Paid Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in California seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead CEQA/NEPA compliance and manage complex environmental projects. With 15+ years of relevant experience, the role requires a strong background in project management and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include client relations, overseeing technical documentation, and driving business development in California's environmental sector. Competitive salary package and hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in CEQA/NEPA compliance.
• Experience in preparing CEQA/NEPA documents.
• Strong reputation for high-quality work in environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Win, lead, plan, and manage environmental service contracts.
• Oversee technical analyses and regulations compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships for business development.

Skills

Project management

Environmental compliance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Education

BA, BS, MA, MS, or Ph.D. in Environmental Studies or related field

Job description

Senior Environmental Practice Leader – Southern California Water Sector

EnvironmentalSan Diego,California
Salary: USD 140000 - 240000 Annually

GEI has an outstanding senior-level opportunity in California to support continued growth of our Environmental Services Practice in the Southern California water sector. The ideal candidate is an industry recognized leader in environmental planning, CEQA/NEPA compliance, permitting and regulatory compliance, and/or biological resources. The position could be located in GEI’s Pasadena office or San Diego office. The position involves working with existing GEI environmental staff in Southern California to win and execute work with water agencies and on water projects in Southern California. The position has tremendous, short- and long-term growth opportunities for your career within GEI. Get to know GEI’s Environmental Services better by visiting GEI’s website at https://ecoandenviro.geiconsultants.com/

As part of our multidisciplinary project teams, you will have an important role winning, leading, and managing projects; interfacing with existing and new clients to ensure their environmental compliance needs are met; overseeing technical work and document preparation with your area of expertise; and working as part of our team to solve an array of water and environmental issues critical to California’s environmental, water, and energy landscape.

• Win, lead, plan, and manage contracts for CEQA/NEPA compliance, environmental permitting, biological resources, and/or other environmental services in the water sector throughout Southern California.
• Serve as Project Director, Project Manager, and/or Environmental Task Leader and manage the technical, financial, and client relationship aspects of projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and solve complex environmental and regulatory issues facing our clients.
• Strategically identify new leads and work with existing environmental services staff to pursue environmental work.
• As part of integrated teams, work closely and collaboratively with other project environmental specialists, planners, scientist, and engineers to execute projects.
• Participate in regional/office planning and initiatives to implement key growth initiatives, expand environmental services, and effectively serve existing and new clients.
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, maintaining strong client relationships, participate and encourage active participation in professional organizations, and make presentations at client and industry events.
• Mentor and develop staff and serve as a role model for leadership, company culture, and values within the region.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA, BS, MA, MS, or Ph.D. in Environmental Studies, Environmental or Biological Sciences, Archaeology, Urban Planning, Geography, or other natural or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.
• 20+ years of relevant experience as a Project Manager and/or Director for CEQA/NEPA compliance, environmental permitting, and/or biological resources.
• Experience in water resources, water conveyance and storage infrastructure, groundwater recharge, water supply development, water and wastewater treatment, recycled water, ecosystem restoration, and/or other water sector projects.
• Recent experience in the water sector in Southern California including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside San Bernardino, Ventura, and San Diego counties.
• Experience closely collaborating with engineering and water resources planning teams on complex water resources and infrastructure projects.
• Strong reputation for high-quality work products and regulatory problem solving within the industry.
• Seller-Doer with established network of clients and contacts, entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful track record in business development.
• Experience identifying and winning new work, including capture planning and leading proposal teams, and preferably growing/building teams.
• Outstanding problem-solving, organization, coordination, writing, people, and verbal communication skills; solid work ethic; and ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $140.000.00 – $240,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

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