Senior Environmental Practice Leader – Southern California Water

Senior Environmental Practice Leader – Southern California Water Sector

GEI has an outstanding senior-level opportunity in California to support continued growth of our Environmental Services Practice in the Southern California water sector. The ideal candidate is an industry recognized leader in environmental planning, CEQA/NEPA compliance, permitting and regulatory compliance, and/or biological resources. The position could be located in GEI’s Pasadena office or San Diego office. The position involves working with existing GEI environmental staff in Southern California to win and execute work with water agencies and on water projects in Southern California.

The position has tremendous, short- and long-term growth opportunities for your career within GEI.

As part of our multidisciplinary project teams, you will have an important role winning, leading, and managing projects; interfacing with existing and new clients to ensure their environmental compliance needs are met; overseeing technical work and document preparation with your area of expertise; and working as part of our team to solve an array of water and environmental issues critical to California’s environmental, water, and energy landscape.

• Win, lead, plan, and manage contracts for CEQA/NEPA compliance, environmental permitting, biological resources, and/or other environmental services in the water sector throughout Southern California.
• Serve as Project Director, Project Manager, and/or Environmental Task Leader and manage the technical, financial, and client relationship aspects of projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and solve complex environmental and regulatory issues facing our clients.
• Strategically identify new leads and work with existing environmental services staff to pursue environmental work.
• As part of integrated teams, work closely and collaboratively with other project environmental specialists, planners, scientist, and engineers to execute projects.
• Participate in regional/office planning and initiatives to implement key growth initiatives, expand environmental services, and effectively serve existing and new clients.
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, maintaining strong client relationships, participate and encourage active participation in professional organizations, and make presentations at client and industry events.
• Mentor and develop staff and serve as a role model for leadership, company culture, and values within the region.

• BA, BS, MA, MS, or Ph.D. in Environmental Studies, Environmental or Biological Sciences, Archaeology, Urban Planning, Geography, or other natural or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.
• 20+ years of relevant experience as a Project Manager and/or Director for CEQA/NEPA compliance, environmental permitting, and/or biological resources.
• Experience in water resources, water conveyance and storage infrastructure, groundwater recharge, water supply development, water and wastewater treatment, recycled water, ecosystem restoration, and/or other water sector projects.
• Recent experience in the water sector in Southern California including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside San Bernardino, Ventura, and San Diego counties.
• Experience closely collaborating with engineering and water resources planning teams on complex water resources and infrastructure projects.
• Strong reputation for high-quality work products and regulatory problem solving within the industry.
• Seller-Doer with established network of clients and contacts, entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful track record in business development.
• Experience identifying and winning new work, including capture planning and leading proposal teams, and preferably growing/building teams.
• Outstanding problem-solving, organization, coordination, writing, people, and verbal communication skills; solid work ethic; and ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $140,000 – $240,000/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.