CEQA / NEPA Project Manager

Dudek

. Manage CEQA and NEPA projects from initiation through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeSanta Barbara • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing CEQA and NEPA projects, including environmental planning, impact assessment, and compliance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage project budgets, and build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

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CEQA ComplianceNEPA ComplianceEnvironmental PlanningProject ManagementTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Environmental Impact AssessmentBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementContract OversightTechnical Report Preparation

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizationInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Environmental PermittingRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder EngagementPublic HearingsProposal Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage CEQA and NEPA projects from initiation through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables
Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical staff and subconsultants
Oversee preparation and quality review of environmental documents, technical reports, and client deliverables
Monitor project performance and manage risks, schedules, budgets, and client expectations
Build and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, agencies, and project stakeholders
Facilitate meetings, presentations, public hearings, and stakeholder engagement activities
Manage project budgets, forecasts, contract requirements, scope changes, contract amendments, invoicing, and reporting
Mentor environmental planning staff and provide technical guidance, project direction, and feedback
Provide technical leadership in environmental planning, impact assessment, and CEQA/NEPA compliance
Support business development, proposal efforts, professional organizations, industry events, and strategic growth initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, or a closely related field
12 or more years of professional experience in environmental planning, environmental impact assessment, and CEQA and/or NEPA document preparation
Demonstrated experience managing environmental planning projects, including oversight of contracts, budgets, schedules, technical staff, and subconsultants
Strong knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance processes
Excellent communication, organization, project management, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required for project and client needs
Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employee-owned firm
Equal employment opportunities
Diverse and inclusive workplace