Location: California

Aspen Environmental Group is seeking an experienced Senior-Level Land Use Planner and CEQA/NEPA Project Manager to assist in directing and managing our growing practice.

Education and Experience

• 15 to 20 years of professional experience as an Environmental/Engineering/Land Use Planner.

• 10 years of experience managing large projects/programs for federal and state agencies, utilities, municipalities, and counties.

• AICP, LEED AP, or CEP certifications are a plus.

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree required in engineering, urban planning, environmental policy, natural resources, environmental science, ecology, or related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documents, including Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and supporting technical studies.

• Identify, evaluate, and solve environmental compliance and regulatory issues related to planning, energy, infrastructure, and public works projects in northern California.

• Ensure high-quality standards for all marketing materials and project deliverables.

• Work closely with clients and resource agencies to plan and facilitate compliance, best practices, and permit approval.

• Manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously within budget, scope, and schedule expectations.

• Take an active leadership role in the development of new business with new and existing clients.

• Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.

• Prepare proposals, interview, and win large energy, infrastructure and public works projects from federal, state, and local municipal clients.

• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to team members.

Qualifications for Success

• Strong technical experience and writing capabilities.

• Experience in marketing and business development to capitalize on existing client relationships and to expand Aspen’s profile and market share in the regional market.

• Proven business development experience for large programs/contracts supported by repeat business, including established contacts in the northern California area.

• Strong working knowledge and demonstrated work experience with CEQA/NEPA compliance and permitting in California, with an emphasis on northern California for:

• Power generation projects;

• Electrical transmission and distributions projects;

• Large-scale battery storage projects;

• Wildfire risk reduction project;

• Water and public works projects;

• Experience with development projects, general plans, specific plans, city ordinance reviews, and zoning and land use regulations.

• Ability to coordinate and manage projects and apply environmental regulations.

• Strong communication skills.

• Client focused and responsive to customer needs.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, including familiarity with ArcGIS.

• Strong reputation for high-quality work products and great attention to detail.

Compensation

Aspen offers a wide range of benefits and a competitive compensation package. Eligibility for benefits is earned with length of service professional development time. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to humanresources@aspeneg.com.  The subject line should state, “CEQA/NEPA Project Manager.”