Senior NEPA Lead: End-to-End Federal & Utility Projects

AKS Engineering & Forestry; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Weekly team lunches

Job summary

AKS Engineering & Forestry in Sacramento is seeking a Senior NEPA Specialist to lead a top-tier NEPA practice within the energy, transmission, infrastructure, and transportation sectors. This leadership position requires strong NEPA experience and the ability to build trusted client relationships while managing complex projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate has significant experience in NEPA, commercial negotiation skills, and a proactive, accountable approach to work. Join a collaborative team that values professionalism, mentorship, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of NEPA experience with a strong federal focus.
• Direct agency relationships and repeat-client partnerships.
• Comfortable owning projects end-to-end, including commercial risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Lead and deliver EAs, EISs, and permitting strategies.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across NEPA engagements.

Skills

NEPA experience

Client relationship management

Project ownership

Commercial negotiation

Job description

AKS Engineering & Forestry in Sacramento is seeking a Senior NEPA Specialist to lead a top-tier NEPA practice within the energy, transmission, infrastructure, and transportation sectors. This leadership position requires strong NEPA experience and the ability to build trusted client relationships while managing complex projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate has significant experience in NEPA, commercial negotiation skills, and a proactive, accountable approach to work. Join a collaborative team that values professionalism, mentorship, and work-life balance.