About The RoleWe are seeking a
Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager to join our Environmental Planning team and support environmental review for a diverse range of public- and private-sector projects throughout California.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing the preparation of clear, defensible environmental documents, leading projects and technical assignments, and providing trusted guidance to clients. The successful candidate will manage small-to-moderate projects or components of larger efforts while remaining engaged in technical work and supporting junior staff.
How We CollaborateThis role may offer a hybrid work setup, blending time in the office with remote work as business needs evolve. We enjoy coming together in person to collaborate, connect with teammates, and partner with clients, and may prioritize candidates who live within 50 miles of a Rincon office.
Eligible office locations for this role include
Monterey, Oakland, and Sacramento.
What You'll DoEnvironmental Review and Technical Work- Manage the preparation and review of CEQA and NEPA documents, including streamlining and exemption documentation, Initial Studies/Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements
- Direct project research and analysis, evaluate environmental impacts, develop mitigation measures, and clearly communicate findings in defensible documents
- Coordinate technical specialists and oversee document production and QA/QC to maintain quality and meet project schedules and budgets
- Lead agency consultations and technical or regulatory discussions supporting environmental permitting and compliance
- Prepare and present materials for agency staff, decision-making bodies, community members, and other stakeholders
Project Management and Client Support- Manage small-to-moderate projects or components of larger efforts, including scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Serve as a trusted day-to-day advisor to clients, providing responsive communication and identifying project risks and regulatory considerations
- Direct and coordinate project team members, technical specialists, and subcontractors
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff on CEQA, NEPA, technical writing, and environmental planning practices
Business Development- Support client outreach and proposal development by contributing CEQA and NEPA expertise, scopes, schedules, and cost estimates
What You'll Bring- B.A./B.S. in Environmental Science/Studies, Urban/Regional Planning, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus
- 5-10+ years of relevant environmental planning and review experience in California, with increasing responsibility for technical work, project management, and client support
- Experience managing CEQA and/or NEPA documents and independently drafting, reviewing, and synthesizing technical information
- Established knowledge of CEQA and NEPA processes and the judgment to lead technical discussions and advise clients on related regulatory and permitting requirements
- Experience managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
- Sound judgment, initiative, and a practical, results-oriented approach to problem-solving
- Ability to travel occasionally as project needs require
Nice to Have- Experience working in a California environmental consulting environment
- Experience leading complex or high-profile CEQA or NEPA documents
- Experience supporting projects across multiple sectors, such as transportation, energy, water, infrastructure, government, or private development
Investing in YouThe base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000-$120,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary ranges are based on the market median of similar jobs, according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Base pay is determined based on internal equity and a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security. Our benefits are designed to offer flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement.
Explore more about our culture, benefits, and life at Rincon on our Culture and Benefits page.
Additional Employment InformationIndividuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.
Rincon Consultants does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual.
