[Remote] Senior Environmental Planner (CS Program Manager 2)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering and environmental consulting services, seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to join their California team. The role involves managing environmental analyses and technical studies to support CEQA documentation for large-scale energy projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery of permits and approvals.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail and have high proficiency in technical writing for CEQA analyses including preparing project descriptions, conducting alternatives analyses, cumulative impacts, etc
- Oversee the preparation of technical sections prepared by specialists, including subconsultants; provide senior review and oversight of CEQA document preparation
- Utilize professional judgement and provide recommendations to support the CEQA analysis
- Effectively communicate technical information to clients, stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and project teams
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, community groups, and project teams
- Ability to effectively manage scope, schedule and budget to ensure project objectives are met
- Strong desire and ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams comprising planners, natural resources specialists, engineers and other professionals
- Willingness to contribute ideas, share expertise, and support team members to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality results
- Proven track record delivering CEQA documentation and environmental permits
- Lead client engagement to include proposal development
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Urban Studies, or a related field from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 7+ years of relevant professional experience in environmental planning and permitting, or another related field
- Demonstrated expertise in managing and preparing environmental analyses and technical studies to support the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation for large-scale and complex projects
- Track record of CEQA and/or regulatory permitting for energy projects including renewables, transmission and distribution, and oil/gas
- Experience acquiring CEQA clearance and/or key permits and approvals on-time and on-budget, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, community groups, and project teams
- Ability to effectively manage scope, schedule and budget to ensure project objectives are met
- Strong desire and ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams comprising planners, natural resources specialists, engineers and other professionals
- Willingness to contribute ideas, share expertise, and support team members to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality results
- Proven track record delivering CEQA documentation and environmental permits
- Lead client engagement to include proposal development
- The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail and have high proficiency in technical writing for CEQA analyses including preparing project descriptions, conducting alternatives analyses, cumulative impacts, etc
- Oversee the preparation of technical sections prepared by specialists, including subconsultants; provide senior review and oversight of CEQA document preparation
- Utilize professional judgement and provide recommendations to support the CEQA analysis
- Effectively communicate technical information to clients, stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and project teams
- Ability to travel occasionally to locations in California and other states as needed
- Experience with California Energy Commission AB 205 Opt-in process is a plus
- Familiarity with regulatory permitting processes for USFWS, USACE, CDFW, FAA, Regional Water Quality Boards, and Air Quality Management Districts
- Familiarity with other states environmental processes
- Highly adaptable with a strong interest in growing client relationships and business development
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage
- Vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
- 401(k) and company match
- Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance
- Approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear
- Clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company
- Internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement
- Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes
- Reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities
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