Principal Consultant - Env. Planning & Permitting
Principal Environmental Planner
Remote (California)
Full Time | Leadership Role
Salary: $170,000 - $200,000
The Opportunity
This company is a forward‑thinking environmental and engineering consultancy dedicated to delivering practical, sustainable, and community‑centered solutions. The teams bring together technical expertise and a commitment to protecting environmental and public health. They are seeking a Principal Environmental Planner to establish and lead a brand‑new environmental planning and permitting business line. This is an exciting opportunity to build service offerings from the ground up, drive business development, and mentor a growing team.
What You'll Do
As the Principal Environmental Planner, you will:
- Build and lead the environmental planning & permitting practice, including service definitions and near‑/long‑term growth strategies.
- Prepare and oversee CEQA/NEPA documents including Categorical Exemptions, IS/MNDs, Environmental Assessments, and related analyses.
- Develop and manage resource agency permit applications (CWA 404/401, ESA Sections 7/10, NHPA Section 106, LSAA).
- Lead BD strategy, attend industry events, and cultivate relationships to identify opportunities and grow revenue.
What You Bring
This company is looking for a proven leader with:
- B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Planning, Geology, Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years environmental industry experience with CEQA/NEPA and resource agency permitting.
- 5+ years leading or managing an environmental planning/permitting practice.
- Strong working knowledge of CEQA/NEPA, Clean Water Act, ESA, and NHPA regulations.
Benefits
- Ability to build an entirely new practice area - your vision, your leadership
- Highly collaborative environment with strong internal support teams
- Professional growth, leadership development, and autonomy
If you are interested in the Principal Environmental Planner role, then please don't wait to apply.
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