Project Manager - Environmental Services CEQA / NEPA

Psomas

$115K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Policy, or related discipline
  • 8-15 years of experience in CEQA/NEPA
  • Proven project management and client management skills
  • Strong communication and technical writing abilities
  • Familiarity with transportation, utilities, air quality, and other technical areas is beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Lead environmental planning efforts and manage project delivery
  • Serve as primary author for CEQA/NEPA documents
  • Maintain proactive client communication and provide recommendations
  • Mentor and guide project team members
  • Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for compliant solutions

Benefits

  • 3 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee ownership and retirement benefits
  • Incentives such as discretionary bonuses and recognition programs
Full Job Description
Project Manager - Environmental Services (CEQA/NEPA)

As our Project Manager - Environmental Services (CEQA/NEPA) for our Environmental Services team in Pasadena, CA, you'll step into a client-facing leadership role supporting a diverse portfolio of land development, infrastructure, and utility projects. In this role, you'll lead environmental review efforts, mentor team members, and help grow client relationships while delivering high-quality CEQA and NEPA documentation.

What You'll Do
As our Project Manager - Environmental Services (CEQA/NEPA), you will lead environmental planning efforts, manage project delivery, and support client relationships while ensuring high-quality technical work.
  • Project Leadership & Delivery
    Serve as Project Manager, primary author, and point of contact for mid-size to large CEQA/NEPA documents, ensuring quality deliverables are completed on schedule and within budget.
  • Client Engagement & Relationship Management
    Maintain proactive communication with clients, providing consultation and recommendations to support successful project outcomes.
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship
    Guide and mentor project team members, supporting collaboration and professional development within a dynamic team environment.
  • Business Development & Proposals
    Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates, and participate in interviews, marketing efforts, and client meetings.
  • Collaboration & Technical Excellence
    Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver creative, compliant solutions that meet client environmental requirements.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Policy, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 8-15 years of experience preparing CEQA/NEPA analyses and documentation
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects, clients, and deliver high-quality technical work
  • Strong communication, technical writing, and organizational skills
  • Experience or interest in technical areas such as transportation, utilities, air quality/GHG, noise/vibration, cultural resources, wildfire, or similar disciplines is a plus

Compensation & Benefits
  • Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
  • Incentives: Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
  • Time Off: 3 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • Total Rewards: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, along with employee ownership and retirement benefits.

Our Hiring Approach
Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and will keep candidates informed throughout the process. If a candidate's background aligns with what we need, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.

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