Environmental Planner/Project Manager

Technical

• Prepares and leads CEQA and NEPA documents, including Initial Studies, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Impact Statements, and Environmental Assessments, with analysis of environmental impacts and development of mitigation measures.
• Leads preparation of resource sections and serves as Task or Technical Topic Manager on large projects; develops expertise in at least one technical area (e.g., air quality, noise, biology).
• Prepares project descriptions, interprets design plans and documents, and prepares permit applications
• Understands applicable regulations, common case law, company standards, and client-specific requirements. Reviews team members’ work for clarity, consistency, and technical adequacy.
• Implements Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures and coordinates document review and production with the Document Manager.
• Clearly communicates technical concepts, both verbally and in writing.
• Constantly seeks knowledge and provides an environment that encourages innovation. Proactively takes lead in implementing innovation into projects and delivery processes.
• Other ad hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Project Management

• Manages all aspects of the environmental review process for small to medium-sized projects; serves as Deputy Project Manager on larger projects.
• Tracks project budgets and schedules, prepares invoices, completes contract stipulation summaries for new projects, and completes quarterly contract audit checklists.
• Coordinates with subconsultants and delegates and reviews the work of Environmental Planners and Environmental Analysts.
• Coordinates directly with clients to relay project findings, solve problems, coordinate meetings, and review mitigation.
• When client requests are out of scope, prepares or reviews additional services with business leadership. Actively manages scope creep.
• Works with minimal supervision from a Senior Project Manager or Principal. Raises major schedule, budget, public, agency, or client issues early and includes senior staff in review of major deliverables and key meetings.

Business Development

• Seeks additional work opportunities with existing clients.
• Writes proposal sections and supports Senior Managers and Principals on larger pursuits.
• At the Project Manager level, works toward an annual sales target of approximately $150,000 in internal revenue, typically through follow-on work with existing clients.

Leadership / Management

• Mentors and trains Environmental Analysts
• Provides consistent feedback to project team members, including technical experts and subconsultants.
• Provides a short annual training to staff on a technical topic or regulation.
• Encourages a people first approach and entrepreneurial initiative in all staff. Possesses a desire for lifelong learning and participates in formal mentorship programs.

Financial Acumen

• Monitors and manages labor expenses and project budgets.
• Creates labor forecasts and budgets as requested; verifies budgets and adjusts as needed.
• Meets billability goals (approximately 80%).

Client Service

• Builds relationship capital with clients through project work and networking events.
• Communicates effectively with clients and agency personnel and is comfortable having difficult discussions.
• Defines solutions to client problems, including cost and timeframe, with support from senior staff.
• Works closely with senior staff members to cross market and integrate services for existing clients.