CEQA Environmental Services Project Manager Level I or II

CEQA Environmental Services Project Manager Level I or II

First Carbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in. We aim to improve the lives of all the people we work with – clients, partners, or colleagues. Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to making the world a better place.

We are searching for an experienced Environmental Services Project Manager Level I or II to join our team. This is an evergreen position – applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The Project Manager will have a technical background with at least 4+ years of experience in CEQA and NEPA analyses, mitigation measure compliance during construction, and progressive experience managing junior staff, clients, and budgets.

The role is based in our Walnut Creek and Irvine offices, with flexibility for hybrid or remote arrangements depending on project needs and team schedules.

• Manage administration of client and sub‑consultant contracts, project budgets, and billings.
• Prepare project invoices and monitor accounts receivable promptly.
• Provide input for long‑range financial planning (3‑ to 6‑month workload projections).
• Review contractual terms and identify potential conflicts.
• Approve project sub‑consultant invoices.
• Plan, organize, schedule, assign, coordinate, and direct project staff activities.
• Participate in staff training and review submitted research for improvements.
• Stay abreast of legislative, administrative, and judicial changes and inform staff accordingly.
• Identify need for technical and production staff and assign appropriately.

• Maintain high‑level communication with clients and sub‑consultants.
• Conduct project initiation and follow‑up meetings to discuss project scope and environmental documents.
• Lead public and private sector project meetings, including presentations during scoping, community meetings, and public hearings.
• Establish task budgets and time schedules and coordinate with overall project management.
• Review staff research and written material for content, conciseness, and completeness.
• Prepare legally sound technical sections for environmental documents.

• Coordinate and prepare proposal and qualification packages with Marketing.
• Engage in business development by proactively marketing the firm’s project opportunities.
• Prepare fee, schedule, and scope of work for proposals, maximizing profitability.
• Identify and coordinate sub‑consultants’ input for proposals and qualifications.
• Assist inter‑office departments with marketing efforts by providing complete project descriptions and updating resumes.

• Plan, organize, assign, and coordinate activities of technical and support staff and sub‑consultants.
• Supervise and edit technical staff’s written materials constructively.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Communicate effectively written and orally.
• Promote teamwork through interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and internet usage.

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, planning, geography, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in the environmental and planning field, including multiple progressive years in CEQA, project management, marketing and proposal preparation, and financial management (budgets, invoicing, scope of work).

• Up to 100% employer‑paid premiums for employee medical coverage (with buy‑up options) and up to 55% coverage for eligible dependents.
• Up to 80% employer‑paid dental and vision premiums for employees; eligible dependent coverage available.
• Employer‑sponsored Group Life and AD&D insurance with discounted voluntary coverage.
• Employer‑covered Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs (EAP).
• 401(k) & Roth retirement savings accounts (see HR for contribution details).
• Volunteer programs, committees, and opportunities.
• Mentorship program and work/life balance initiatives.

* All benefits are subject to eligibility and may be changed at any time by the Company.*

The position operates in either an in‑office or remote environment. It requires standard office equipment…