Environmental Technical Studies 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

The Technical Studies Manager is a leadership position in the Environmental Planning practice at CSG. This role combines high-level technical expertise with project management, business development, and staff mentorship, primarily ensuring compliance with the regulatory frameworks set forth by CEQA and NEPA. The Technical Studies Manager will lead the Technical Services team, ensuring excellence, innovation, and growth. This newly established position is the first step in creating our in-house Technical Services Team, and we are looking for a technical specialist with a strong interest in managing and leading the growth of this services group.

The CSG Environmental Planning Practice involves projects throughout the state, providing services to current and new clients across a wide range of project types. Our projects vary in complexity and include residential development, downtown master plans, infrastructure improvements, policy planning programs, mixed-use projects, and community facilities in both urban and rural communities. As we continue to grow, you will have an important voice in the development of the technical services practice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Technical Manager for specialized technical studies.
• Develop a Technical Studies Business Plan with the Director of Environmental Planning, emphasizing goals and growth benchmarks in both the short- and long-term.
• Lead and review technical modeling for Air Quality (CalEEMod, EMFAC, AERMOD, and HARP), Health Risk Assessments, GHG Emissions, Energy, and Noise/Vibration (TNM, SoundPLAN, RCNM, CadnaA).
• Prepare, review, and finalize technical studies, reports, and environmental studies in compliance with CEQA/NEPA and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage the Technical Studies team budget, financial performance, and workload to achieve targets.
• Recruit, mentor, advise, and provide feedback to staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• Ensure requirements of CEQA are met by completing analysis and documentation within specific guidelines.
• Participate in proposal efforts, including developing scopes, budgets, qualifications, and win themes for new project opportunities.
• Act as a key point of contact for key clients, maintaining relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Identify market opportunities to grow the technical services practice.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of and capabilities with written and verbal business English, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Exhibit keen attention to detail.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, engineering, Geography, Planning, or a related field (or in process).
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in air quality and/or noise compliance, including leadership and project management roles.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local air quality and climate change laws, such as the Clean Air Act, California climate change plans and programs (e.g., Cap and Trade and the Scoping Plan), and local air agency permitting requirements.
• Deep understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, including CEQA and applicable processing requirements.
• Expert knowledge of modeling software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting at public hearings or to clients.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with a hybrid schedule; occasional travel to client sites and project locations.
• May require working from an office, home, or a client’s office location.
• Ability to work productively independently or in a team environment.
• Occasional overtime work required throughout the year.
• Requires standing at a workstation for extended periods, as well as walking, bending, and sitting.
• 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.