Senior Environmental Planner: CEQA/NEPA Leader (Hybrid)

ECORP Consulting, Inc.; Chico (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ECORP Consulting, Inc. in Chico, CA seeks a Senior Environmental Planner with strong CEQA and NEPA expertise to lead complex environmental projects and mentor staff.

This full-time, hybrid role oversees scope-to-completion work, manages client relationships, supports business development across California, and drives compliant, effective environmental solutions. Regular in-office presence and project site visits are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years CEQA experience.
• Minimum of 3 years managing multidisciplinary environmental projects.
• Strong knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, CEQA-Plus, and Caltrans environmental requirements.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated judgment in CEQA and environmental compliance issues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with high-quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare CEQA and NEPA documents to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee environmental analyses and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Support clients by providing expert guidance and practical solutions.
• Develop proposals and business opportunities to expand client base and project portfolio.
• Mentor staff on environmental planning and compliance requirements.

Skills

CEQA expertise

Project leadership

Mentoring staff

Technical writing

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning/Urban Planning/Environmental Science

Job description

ECORP Consulting, Inc. in Chico, CA seeks a Senior Environmental Planner with strong CEQA and NEPA expertise to lead complex environmental projects and mentor staff.

This full-time, hybrid role oversees scope-to-completion work, manages client relationships, supports business development across California, and drives compliant, effective environmental solutions. Regular in-office presence and project site visits are expected.