Senior Environmental Practice Leader - Southern California Water Sector

San Diego, California; Pasadena, California Salary: USD 130,000 - 200,000 Annually GEI has an outstanding senior-level opportunity in California to support our growing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)/National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) practice and other environmental services in Southern California. The position could be located in GEI’s Pasadena office or Carlsbad office. The position involves winning and executing work for CEQA/NEPA and other environmental services on projects in Southern California. The position has tremendous, short- and long-term growth opportunities for your career within GEI. Get to know GEI’s CEQA/NEPA and environmental services better by visiting GEI’s website at 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. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Win, lead, plan, and manage contracts for CEQA/NEPA and other environmental services on a variety of water resources, natural resources, and energy projects throughout Southern California. Serve as senior project manager and/or environmental task leader and manage the technical, financial, and client relationship aspects of projects. Oversee preparation of technical analyses and reports for CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental documents to comply with state and federal regulations. Identify, evaluate, and solve complex environmental and regulatory issues facing our clients. As part of integrated teams, work closely and collaboratively with other project environmental specialists, engineers, planners, project managers, and project directors to execute projects. Strategically identify new leads for environmental work; plan, lead, manage, and prepare proposals to obtain new work; lead interviews; win competitive work; and maintain strong client relationships to obtain sole source work. 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, participate and encourage active participation in professional organizations, and make presentations at client and industry events. Serve as a role model for leadership, company culture, and values. Minimum Qualifications 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. At least 15 years of relevant experience in CEQA/NEPA compliance with increasing responsibilities for winning, managing, and executing environmental projects in California. Experience strategically planning, leading, managing, and preparing CEQA/NEPA documents. Knowledge and strategic expertise identifying, evaluating, and solving environmental and regulatory issues related to water resources, natural resources, and energy projects in California. Strong reputation for high-quality work products and regulatory problem solving within the industry (environmental, engineering, and legal). Seller-Doer with established network of clients and contacts, entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful track record in business development. Experience strategically planning, leading, managing, and preparing proposals, statements of qualifications, and other marketing materials to obtain new work. 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. We are GEI Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee‑owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well‑being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client‑Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community‑Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. GEI’s Total Rewards Package Market‑Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus Pay Range For This Position: $130,000-200,000 per year Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave Hybrid Work Schedules and Home Office 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 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The role is primarily sedentary with light physical activity. Occasional lifting (floor to waist level) and other tasks may be required as part of on‑site visits. GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr