Environmental Project Manager (FT - Hybrid)

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. We only consider candidates living locally or within the State of CA. We do not pay any relocation expenses. Employees may be required to visit client locations, job sites, or other business-related locations in the course of their duties. Employees assigned to positions requiring business-related driving must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

About the role

CSG Consultants, Inc. (CSG) is seeking candidates in the Southern California region for a CEQA Project Manager. This is a full-time, hybrid position in the Planning Services Group, specifically within the Environmental Planning Practice. The role involves managing projects, handling a variety of CEQA compliance assignments, and collaborating with CSG team members and subconsultants to develop CEQA documentation for clients throughout California. The position includes opportunities to explore and grow new business through development and proposal assignments, with exciting diversity in project types and communities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Project Manager on projects and proposal pursuits.
• Prepare environmental documentation for various types of development, infrastructure, and policy projects.
• Hands-on management in preparing categorical exemptions, initial studies/mitigated negative declarations, EIRs, related CEQA compliance studies, and special studies in accordance with CEQA and sometimes NEPA.
• Confirm CEQA requirements are met by completing analysis and documentation within specific guidelines.
• Ensure client satisfaction, serving as the primary client contact for CEQA deliverables.
• Focus on project success by creating and committing to appropriate schedules, scopes, and budgets.
• Manage existing workload, anticipate future workload, and prioritize deadlines to ensure team and client success.
• Incorporate sub-consultant reports and personal research into appropriate sections of environmental documents.
• Perform a wide range of duties to support the environmental services group’s growth and development.
• Actively contribute to roles on proposals, administrative, and production assignments.
• Engage in business development activities, including proposals, qualifications, conferences, and client interactions.
• Serve as a key resource and contributor to the annual Environmental Planning Business Plan.
• Maintain personal and team excellence by seeking feedback, encouraging creativity, and implementing innovative ideas.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, geography, planning, or a related field (or in process).
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience with a government agency or firm in environmental analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with CEQA and active roles in coordination and management of various levels of study.
• Understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, CEQA, and applicable processing requirements.
• Experience as a key project manager on environmental review/analysis assignments, working with clients and interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality reports on time and within budget.
• Technical competence and understanding of all 20 topical areas of Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines, as well as knowledge of State CEQA Guidelines, OPR guidance materials, and relevant court cases.
• Background and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Cloud (a plus).
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make creative, solution-oriented recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible with assignments.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated capabilities with written and verbal business English, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to client sites, project locations, and business development-related activities.
• Work productively independently or in a team environment.
• Occasional overtime work required throughout the year.
• Regularly requires working in a sitting position with a computer for extended periods.
• Requires walking, bending, and sitting.
• May require lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.

Pay

Salary Range: $97,000 - $150,000 USD

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and family coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on the selected health insurance plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Transit/Parking benefits.
• Group and Voluntary Life insurance.
• Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership program.
• 401(k) program with a company match.
• 15 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid company holidays.
• California Paid Sick Leave (for part-time/as-needed employees).
• Employee Assistance program.
• Fitness Reimbursement program.
• Professional Development program.

*Part-time employees are eligible to participate in these benefit offerings.