FCS · 1 month ago
CEQA Environmental Services Project Manager Level I or II
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expFirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) is focused on improving the world we live in and is seeking an experienced Environmental Services Project Manager Level I to II to join their team. This role entails managing client contracts, project budgets, and supervising staff while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Environmental ConsultingManagement ConsultingSoftware
Responsibilities
Manage administration of clients and sub-consultant contracts, project budgets, and billings
Prepare project invoices and monitor accounts receivables in a timely and effective manner
Provide input for long-range financial planning (i.e., 3- to 6-month workload projections)
Review contractual terms and identify potential conflicts
Review and approve project sub-consultant invoices
Plan, organize, schedule, assign, coordinate, and direct the activities of project staff
Participate in staff training programs. Review research and written materials submitted by staff and suggest improvements
Keep abreast of recent legislative, administrative, and judicial interpretations of related environmental statutes and ensure that staff is well informed of changes
Identify the need for technical and production staff assistance for projects and assign staff accordingly
Establish and maintain a high level of communication directly with the client and sub-consultants
Conduct project initiation and follow-up meetings to discuss the proposed project, project issues, sensitive concerns, and format for environmental documents
Conduct and participate in public and private sector project meetings, including making presentations to the public during scoping, community meetings, and public hearings
Establish task budgets and time schedules and coordinate with the overall project
Review staff research and written material for content, conciseness, and completeness. Review sub-consultant work for comprehensive and completeness
Conduct research and prepare legally sound technical sections for environmental documents
Coordinate and prepare proposal and qualification packages with the Marketing Department
Business Development - project opportunities through proactive marketing of the firm
Prepare fee, schedule, and scope of work for proposals. Provide opportunities to maximize profitability
Identify project sub-consultants and coordinate their input for proposals and qualifications
Assist inter-office departments with marketing efforts by providing complete project descriptions on current projects, and updating resumes as needed
Qualification
Required
At least 4+ years of experience in CEQA and NEPA analyses, as well as mitigation measure compliance during construction
Progressive years' experience management of junior staff, clients and budgets
Manage administration of clients and sub-consultant contracts, project budgets, and billings
Prepare project invoices and monitor accounts receivables in a timely and effective manner
Provide input for long-range financial planning (i.e., 3- to 6-month workload projections)
Review contractual terms and identify potential conflicts
Review and approve project sub-consultant invoices
Plan, organize, schedule, assign, coordinate, and direct the activities of project staff
Participate in staff training programs. Review research and written materials submitted by staff and suggest improvements
Keep abreast of recent legislative, administrative, and judicial interpretations of related environmental statutes and ensure that staff is well informed of changes
Identify the need for technical and production staff assistance for projects and assign staff accordingly
Establish and maintain a high level of communication directly with the client and sub-consultants
Conduct project initiation and follow-up meetings to discuss the proposed project, project issues, sensitive concerns, and format for environmental documents
Conduct and participate in public and private sector project meetings, including making presentations to the public during scoping, community meetings, and public hearings
Establish task budgets and time schedules and coordinate with the overall project
Review staff research and written material for content, conciseness, and completeness. Review sub-consultant work for comprehensive and completeness
Conduct research and prepare legally sound technical sections for environmental documents
Coordinate and prepare proposal and qualification packages with the Marketing Department
Business Development - project opportunities through proactive marketing of the firm
Prepare fee, schedule, and scope of work for proposals. Provide opportunities to maximize profitability
Identify project sub-consultants and coordinate their input for proposals and qualifications
Assist inter-office departments with marketing efforts by providing complete project descriptions on current projects, and updating resumes as needed
Plan, organize, assign, and coordinate the activities of technical and support staff and sub-consultants on assigned projects
Supervise and efficiently edit technical staff's written materials to provide constructive feedback
Proactively and efficiently manage multiple projects
Communicate effectively through written and oral methods
Promote teamwork through interpersonal skills
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office software applications, especially Word and Excel, as well as Internet usage
A minimum of 4 years professional experience in the environmental and planning field including thorough understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, including multiple progressive years' experience in CEQA and their processing requirements, project management techniques, marketing and proposal preparation, financial management principles and practices including budgets, invoicing and scope of work
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, Planning, Geography, or related field is highly preferred
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
FCS
With more than 37 years of experience, FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), is a leading provider of environmental, sustainability, and compliance solutions, delivering fully-integrated consulting, software, and data management services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-09-04
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