Wildlife Biologist and Project Manager
Environmental Planning Division Lead (CEQA) 📍 Sherman Oaks, CA
Are you looking for the chance to build something rather than inherit it?
A long-established Southern California engineering and planning firm is seeking an experienced CEQA professional to launch and lead a new Environmental Planning division. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of a growing service line, work directly with leadership, and play a key role in shaping the future of the firm's environmental practice.
Highlights: * Lead the development and growth of an environmental planning division from the ground up * Take ownership of CEQA compliance efforts across a diverse portfolio of land development and public sector projects * Collaborate closely with in-house engineering, planning, and surveying teams * Help establish processes, standards, and long-term growth strategy * Strong support from executive leadership with a clear vision for expansion * Opportunity to build and mentor a team as the practice grows
What we're looking for: * Strong experience preparing CEQA documents in California * Background managing environmental planning projects from start to finish * Excellent technical writing and agency coordination skills * Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in leadership and practice growth * Southern California project experience preferred
This opportunity is ideal for a senior environmental planner, CEQA practitioner, or project manager ready to step into a leadership role and leave a lasting impact on a growing organization.
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