Environmental Sciences & Planning Section Manager

Responsibilities also include development and review of technical work products (environmental documents and technical studies) and project management. Technical work product includes, but is not limited to the management, preparation, planning, development, and/or analysis/review of technical studies and documentation that meet requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), federal and state permit applications. Work will be accomplished independently and through coordinating or supervising small to large technical and professional teams from local and regional offices. Project Management will include establishing the sequencing of environmental tasks/projects, from financial management of the project through successful completion (managing scope, schedule and budget) of the project using HDR’s technology, standards, and project delivery practices. Candidate will be responsible for task management, staff management, and mentor junior and mid-level environmental planning staff.

In the role of Environmental Sciences & Planning Section Manager, we'll count on you to:

Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews
Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues
See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
Implement, monitor and support company policy
Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
Perform other duties as needed

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Keywords: Environmental Sciences & Planning Section Manager, CEQA, NEPA

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning/Sciences, or closely related field
At least 15 years of experience in environmental planning of which at least an aggregate of 10 years directly managing medium to large scale infrastructure improvement projects in Southern California
Demonstrated knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, and regulatory permitting and other environmental processes in California is required
Experience leading environmental tasks as part of other small, medium, and large/complex engineering and planning projects (Transportation, Resources, Water)
Project Management experience including management of scope, schedule, and budgets.
Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and staff management skills with experience in managing staff at all levels
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong conceptual, planning, organizational, problem-solving and research skills.
Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must