Senior Environmental Planner – Renewable Energy Projects

rinconconsultants; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Rincon Consultants is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner/Energy Project Manager in California to lead complex renewable energy, storage, and grid modernization projects from development through permitting.

This role emphasizes CEQA compliance, land use entitlement, and environmental permitting, with strong project leadership, client management, and team mentorship.

Hybrid work options are available, with preference for candidates near Rincon offices or within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible environmental consulting experience.
• Proven CEQA document management experience.
• Strong project management, budgeting, scheduling, and client management.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental planning, permitting, and entitlement for renewable energy projects.
• Manage mid- to large-scale projects: scope, schedule, budgets, staffing, QA, client communication.
• Provide strategic guidance on environmental review and agency coordination.
• Mentor junior staff and promote technical excellence.
• Contribute to business development and opportunity identification.

Skills

CEQA experience

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Env Planning

Job description

Rincon Consultants is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner/Energy Project Manager in California to lead complex renewable energy, storage, and grid modernization projects from development through permitting.

This role emphasizes CEQA compliance, land use entitlement, and environmental permitting, with strong project leadership, client management, and team mentorship.

Hybrid work options are available, with preference for candidates near Rincon offices or within the region.