ADEC Innovations · 3 months ago
Environmental Services CEQA Director
Walnut Creek, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $190K/yrFirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) is focused on improving the world we live in and is seeking an Environmental Services CEQA Director to lead their ES Division. The role involves managing administrative, financial, technical, and marketing matters related to environmental services projects while ensuring high-quality performance and profitability.
CRMData ManagementEnvironmental ConsultingIndustrialInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyOutsourcingSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Responsible for assisting the Directors Team in the day-to-day management of the ES Division
Collects and reviews available information to anticipate personnel requirements
Interviews and recommends hires for all positions in the ES Division
Informs the Chief Operating Officer on all matters related to the progress and success of the ES Division
Chaired the ES Division workload meetings and coordinated staff workload efforts
Chairs the ES Division staff meetings to help keep staff motivated, trained, well-informed, and working as a team
Participates in the Division Directors' meetings and functions as a leader in the company
Manages and coordinates timely input on all finance matters (i.e., 3- to 6‑month projections, project status reports, accounts receivable, and any other pertinent request)
Reviews contractual terms and is authorized to commit firm on projects up to established limits
Reviews and approves proposal fee estimates, project budgets, and project invoices
Ensures maximum profitability on all ES Division projects and value pricing opportunities/retainers on new jobs
Conducts performance evaluations for Section Managers and selected project managers. Recommends salary and position changes for ES Division, with input from appropriate staff
Supervises ES Managers and assists in meeting their goals and objectives
Ensures Managers are supervising others effectively, giving timely reviews, having an adequate backlog of work, and managing their section appropriately
Responsible for QA/QC of all projects within the ES Division, giving assistance and guidance as necessary to the Section Managers, project managers, and other technical staff members
Maintains and improves the consistency, high quality, and accuracy of all work products within the Division by overseeing contract compliance, directly reviewing or ensuring the proper review of all reports or other reports leaving the office, and maintaining a level of communication directly with the client to be informed of any concerns
Maintains a master schedule of current and expected new projects, staff requirements, and current or estimated fees
Ensures all new legislative requirements are incorporated into work products and that staff is well informed when changes take place
Supervises and/or participates in the preparation of all proposals and qualification packages for the ES Division. Carefully reviews all budgets and schedules for proposals to optimize profitability and ensures that staff is available to perform the contract if awarded to FCS
Works closely with the Directors in Environmental Services and Senior ES Managers to be prepared for future market needs
Represents FCS in the marketplace to develop business opportunities
Works with the Marketing Division to prepare materials appropriate to support the Division’s marketing needs
Takes a proactive role in the marketplace on behalf of FCS and leads Marketing Action Plan efforts as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Environmental Services, or a related field is preferred
Advanced professional experience in the environmental field, with proven progressive growth in a management role within a consulting firm
Thorough understanding of the principles and practices of environmental consulting
Technical competence in the environmental/planning field
Advanced understanding of CEQA, NEPA, and related processing requirements
Financial management principles and practices
Personnel management principles and practices
Project management techniques
Ability to provide effective leadership and strategic thinking
Ability to plan, organize, assign, and coordinate the activities of technical and administrative staff
Ability to present ideas effectively, orally, and in prose
Ability to select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
Ability to understand and ensure the firm's success in meeting business and profitability requirements
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office software applications, especially Word and Excel; as well as Intern usage
Benefits
Up to 100% employer paid premiums employee medical (with buy-up options) and up to 55% coverage for eligible dependent(s)
Up to 80% employer-paid dental and vision covered premiums for employees. Eligible dependent coverage also available.
Employer sponsored Group Life and AD&D insurance with discounted voluntary coverage also available
Employer covered Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs (EAP)
401(k) & Roth retirement savings accounts (see HR department for details on contributions and exclusions)
Pet insurance discounts
Volunteer programs, committees, and opportunities
Mentorship program and Work/Life Balance initiatives
Company
ADEC Innovations
ADEC Innovations is an ESG solution that provides industry expertise, data management, and technology services.
Founded in 2001
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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