Job: Environmental Planner Project Manager at SWCA Environmental Consultants (San Luis Obispo, CA)

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San Luis Obispo, CA | Posted: January 16, 2015

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SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Environmental Planner Project Manager with experience assisting Lead Agencies and managing the preparation of environmental documents for our San Luis Obispo office.

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SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Environmental Planner Project Manager with experience assisting Lead Agencies and managing the preparation of environmental documents for our San Luis Obispo office.

Environmental Planner Project Manager

Tracking Code20140238Job Description

 

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Environmental Planner Project Manager with experience assisting Lead Agencies and managing the preparation of environmental documents for our San Luis Obispo office. This is a regular, full-time salaried position that is a career growth opportunity to join SWCA’s expanding California practice.  Pay rate will be based on individual qualifications and experience.

 

SWCA offers a team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a competitive benefits package, including an employee stock ownership retirement plan (ESOP).

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

  • Serve as project manager for CEQA documents prepared for a variety of projects;
  • Manage multidisciplinary teams of SWCA staff and sub-consultants;
  • Write various sections of CEQA documents and review/edit other sections prepared by technical specialists;
  • Manage and coordinate complex CEQA documents;
  • Conduct business development, including client outreach, preparing proposals, and conducting interviews and presentations;
  • Ensure CEQA project quality, schedule, and budget objectives;
  • Make client and public presentations of CEQA documents;
  • Take initiative, resolve problems, and identify improved procedures to assure client needs are met effectively;
  • Work closely with project managers, directors, and principals throughout the company to promote SWCA’s business interests in adherences to its mission, vision, and values; and,
  • Contribute to expanding SWCA’s professional reputation in environmental consulting and research.

 

Job Qualifications:

 

Required:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning or a related field.  Master’s degree a plus.
  • At least five (5) years of progressively responsible and applicable experience preparing CEQA documents.
  • At least two (2) years business development experience in a support role.
  • Working knowledge of CEQA and California land use regulations.
  • Excellent written, logic, organizational, oral, analytical, and document management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to travel as needed for projects throughout California.
  • Willingness to learn, have fun, and grow into increased management responsibilities.

 

Preferred:

 

  • Experience with alternative energy, transportation, infrastructure, transmission, and UC and state university projects.
  • Working knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other federal regulations.
  • Experience with coastal issues, and public involvement and presentation skills are also a plus.

 

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned environmental firm with offices across the U.S. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with in-depth knowledge of permitting and compliance protocols to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions for a full spectrum of environmental projects. As one of the largest environmental compliance firms, SWCA ranks among Engineering News-Record’sTop 200 Environmental Firms.

 

SWCA offers a team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a competitive benefits package, including an employee stock ownership retirement plan (ESOP). If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA may be a great fit for you!

 

In support of our value of integrity, SWCA promotes a safe and drug free workplace. We participate in E-verify and pre-employment background screening services.

 

SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

 

For more information on SWCA visit www.swca.com

 

How to Apply:

 

To be considered for this position, resumes must be received through our online application system to receive consideration. By clicking on new resume you can upload your cover letter and resume.

 

If you need assistance or accommodations to apply, please contact us at recruiting@swca.com or 800-828-8517.

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San Luis Obispo, California, United StatesPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular

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  • Created By: Meghan McMullen
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  • Created On: Jan 16, 2015 - 7:02am
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