CEQA​/NEPA Environmental Project Manager – Sacramento

HELIX is seeking a team-orientated and motivatedCEQA/NEPA Environmental Project Managerwith critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic, to join our Northern California team. HELIX provides CEQA/NEPA, air quality and greenhouse gas, noise and vibration, biological resource, cultural resource management, paleontological resource, habitat restoration, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Thispositionwill report to our Northern California Environmental Planning Group Manager based out of our Folsom Office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the preparation and processing of CEQA compliance documents and related technical studies as well as client expectations, project schedules, and budget. Duties include document preparation; coordination with other environmental planning staff, in-house technical specialists, and subconsultants; budget and invoice management; as well as interaction with clients and reviewing agencies (county, city, CDFW, RWQCB, USACE).

Proposal preparation and business development are also required, and the successful candidate must possess the experience, communication skills, and interest for these activities. The ideal CEQA/NEPA Environmental Project Manager candidate must have good interpersonal skills along with the proven ability to build collaborative relationships among team members, other HELIX staff, clients, subconsultants, and agencies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental studies, environmental science, environmental engineering, public planning, or a related field.
• Minimum three years of professional experience in the preparation of CEQA compliance documents.
• Excellent writing, verbal communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, including strong spelling, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Additional skills considered a plus

• Master’s or PhD degree in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, natural science, environmental engineering, public planning, business, or a related field.
• Experience in the preparation of proposals and management of CEQA compliance projects.
• Experience in leading proposals and business pursuits and marketing of environmental consulting services.
• Existing client relationships.

Pay will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $75,000 to $120,000 annually.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter in addition to your resume. Qualified candidates apply online through Paylocity. Begin by clicking “Apply Now” below.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

We are a growing, employee-owned firm, we’re passionate about what we do, and we have a casual and collaborative work environment. Our employees describe us as team-oriented, caring, flexible, and driven by our standards for integrity. We recognize that each employee has individualized needs for support in the work environment and we aim to make each person’s experience the best it can be.

In addition to our competitive benefits package, we offer wellness incentives, a community volunteer program, and much more.