SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGER

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. seeks a full-time Senior Environmental Project Manager in Fresno, CA, with potential remote work for local candidates. Responsibilities include managing CEQA compliance documents, client relations, project schedules, and budgets. Ideal candidates should have strong QA/QC skills and the ability to collaborate effectively. The role offers a competitive salary of $115,000 to $150,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Type

Full-time

Description

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (HELIX), a California-based environmental consulting and planning firm, is seeking a team-orientated and motivated Senior Environmental Project Manager with 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, habitat restoration, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. This position will report to our Northern California Environmental Planning Group Manager based out of our Folsom Office, but a remote position may be considered if the successful candidate is based locally in the Central Valley.

Why work at HELIX?
• Employee-owned since 2004
• Offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility of working in-office and remotely
• Invested in professional growth and employee development and training
• Recognized for our workplace practices, employee wellness programs, and community contributions
• Named as one of the top two environmental firms nationwide in the 2023 Best Firms to Work For by Zweig Group

HELIX also offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
• Robust Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employee and dependents
• Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accrual of Paid Personal Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation
• 401K participation with employer contributions

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 Senior Environmental Project Manager candidate must also possess strong Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) and interpersonal skills along with the proven ability to build collaborative relationships among team members, other HELIX staff, clients, subconsultants, and agencies.

Please submit a cover letter in addition to your resume.

Pay will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $115,000 to $150,000 annually.

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.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for Senior Environmental Project Manager
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental studies, environmental science, environmental engineering, public planning, or a related field.
• Minimum eight years of experience in the preparation of CEQA compliance documents, including at least four years of experience in the preparation of proposals, a proven track record of business development, and management of CEQA compliance projects.
• Experience in leading proposals and business pursuits and marketing of environmental consulting services.
• Existing client relationships.
• 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 (or equivalent) in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, natural science, environmental engineering, public planning, business, or a related field.
• Experience with a variety of infrastructure and development project types, CEQA document types, and private sector/public agency clients is desirable.
• Extensive work experience within Central and Northern California.

Salary Description

Range of $115,000 to $150,000