GAI Consultants, Inc. · 20 hours ago
Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager 1
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
12+ years expGAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Planner who will lead complex environmental planning projects, ensuring full compliance with CEQA/NEPA, and related regulations. This role combines strategic project management skills with technical expertise in environmental impact analysis, permitting, and stakeholder engagement.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex environmental planning projects in multiple stages of development in utility, energy, infrastructure, transportation, and/or land development sectors, ensuring compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and related federal, state, and local regulations
Serve as the primary client liaison: facilitate and participate in stakeholder meetings and public hearings, negotiate permitting pathways, and maintain strong agency and client relationships that advance project approvals
Direct preparation and review of environmental documents (IS, EIR/EIS, EA, MD, MND, CE, etc.) and related technical studies (biological, cultural, air quality, noise, traffic, hydrology, etc.)
Manage multidisciplinary project teams including subconsultants, related project budgets, schedules, and QA/QC processes to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery
Drive business development: identify opportunities, lead proposal strategy and writing, prepare interview materials, and support account growth with environmental planning services
Participate in efforts to hire, mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff in environmental planning, regulatory compliance, and project management best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, or related field
Minimum 12 years of professional experience in environmental planning and permitting, with demonstrated expertise in CEQA/NEPA compliance in an environmental consulting capacity, including at least 5 years of experience serving as a Senior Project Manager leading and directing multidisciplinary project teams
Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale compliance projects, including project specific progress reports, change orders, invoices, and project billings, in various phases of development and geographic location regulations
Proven ability to author/review environmental impact analysis documentation and technical studies as well as delegate and manage deliverables with key team members and stakeholders
Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, including California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, Clean Water Act, Federal Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, California Fish and Game Code, and California Coastal Act
Demonstrated success in business development, forecasting and client relationship management within an environmental consulting setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present at public hearings and stakeholder meetings
Strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented, in-office and/or remote environment by leveraging interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
Ability to travel periodically (up to 25%) to GAI office locations, business development events/conferences, stakeholder events/hearings, and client meetings as needed
Maintain a valid driver's license
Preferred
Masters's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Natural Resources Management, Geology, or related field
Professional certifications such as AICP, PMP, etc
Experience leading environmental review, planning and permitting for complex energy (renewable, oil, gas, etc.) projects in California and Arizona, or other Southwestern US states (Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah) and coordinating with local, state and federal agencies
This remote position prefers candidates to be in California. However, candidates with extensive California project experience located in the Southwest US are also encouraged to apply
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
401k company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
GAI Consultants, Inc.
Transforming ideas into reality® since 1958, GAI Consultants is an engineering, planning, and environmental consulting firm that provides customized solutions and local expertise to clients in the power, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Comvest Partners
2022-10-13Private Equity
Leadership Team
Gary DeJidas
President / CEO
Recent News
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