Principal CEQA​/NEPA Project Manager

Location(s):
Oakland, California
Practice/Department: CEQA/NEPA
Work Environment:
Hybrid
Compensation: $190,000-$220,000 annually*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, andwe’vebeen honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee-ownersare unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our
award-winning culture
, the
benefits and perks
of being aDudekian, and the
projects
you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are

As an
employee-owner
, you embrace accountability, working safely, andcollaborationwhile thinking resourcefully and independently.

Like all Dudekians, you are curious and
solution-oriented
, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of
innovation
.

How You’llMake an Impact

The Senior Project Manager will manage highly complex projects with significant strategic impact, broad responsibilities, and substantial interdependencies, working autonomously with no oversight serving as Principal-in-Charge on projects. This senior-level role will lead large, high-profile, multidisciplinary projects; build andmaintainstrong client and agency relationships; mentor staff; and drive business development and firm growth. The Senior Project Manager willbe responsible for creating a culture of excellence, providing clear guidance to internal team members and subconsultants, and managing overall team performance and project financial performance.

The Senior Project Manager willexhibitexpertisein regulatory compliance, financial oversight, and team leadership to ensure alignment with client needs and Dudek’s strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Business Development and Industry Engagement

• Leads and reviews high-value proposals and contract negotiations and leads business development efforts.

• Demonstrates successful client service that results in long-term client relations and cross-discipline business development.

• Represents Dudek in professional organizations and industry conferences, including public speaking engagements.

• Recognized as an industry leader inareaof practice.

• Identifiesandpursuesnew market opportunities.

Project Management and Execution

• Serves as Principal-in-Charge / Senior Project Manager onlarge-scale, complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring delivery within budget and scope.

• Exercises informed, independent decision-making on project strategies, risk management, and execution.

• Demonstrates mastery of contract negotiation, scope management, and financial forecasting.

• Ensures high-quality technical work, in compliance with industry standards, applicable case law, and regulatory requirements

• Ensures quality control review of all deliverables

Client and Partner Engagement

• Recognized leader with strong relationships across regulatory agencies and clients.

• Leads high-stakes meetings, public hearings, and project-related events.

• Provides strategic client advocacy in regulatory andpermittingprocesses.

Financial Performance and Contract Management

• Directs and/or conducts financial tracking to proactively track budgets, track profitability, forecast potential risks, to avoid budget overruns and/or write-offs.

• Identifies potential for scope-creep, implements strategies for adjustments, ensures communication…