CEQA/NEPA Senior Project Manager - Canada - Dudek LLC

Description

Who We Are

Dudek is a leading environmental, planning, and engineering firm that helps public and private clients achieve compliance, practicality, and innovation through our project work. Founded in 1980, Dudek has grown steadily to more than 800 professionals across the U.S. and received the Top Workplace Award for 2021 and 2022.

As a 100% employee-owned company, Dudek's culture rewards smart, productive team members with ownership, professional development, and financial benefits. Our work communities are designed to encourage collaboration, sustainability, and connectivity with the surrounding communities.

We invest in our employees and communities through various initiatives that make Dudek a great place to work Dudek makes it a priority to DuGood by giving back to the communities in which we live and work and offer Dudekians the opportunity to take a paid volunteer day each year. Our experts are encouraged to eDUcate school groups about planning, engineering, and preserving the natural and built environments. We promote environmental sustainability through our DuGreen initiative by working to improve our environmental footprint. We also DuWell to educate our associates on their health, work-life balance and wellness. And our Du Something Fun team brings everyone at Dudek together to balance our hard work with exciting activities.

At Dudek, we understand the best problem solving happens when diverse viewpoints and experiences are shared. We recognize that different perspectives, inclusivity, and trust build a stronger culture and add value to our firm. We celebrate our differences and strive to make meaningful progress toward becoming a more diverse company.

About The Job

We are seeking dynamic, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented environmental planning professionals interested in joining our CEQA/NEPA Team. The individual chosen for the position will work collaboratively with Dudek's environmental team in northern and southern California on a wide variety of projects including industrial, renewable energy, infill development, transportation, residential, and mixed-use projects. The position will be based in our one of our offices in southern California (San Diego, Encinitas, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Barbara or Pasadena).

Proposed Salary Range: $105,000 - $152,000 annually*

*Final agreed upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Learn more about the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are

To thrive at Dudek, you should be comfortable with freedom and accountability. We value collaborative, resourceful, and independent thinkers. We look for curious, solution-focused people who are able to adapt quickly to an ever-changing industry. There is no single way to solve a problem, so we support your creative approaches to solve problems

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform research, strategic consultation, preparation and project management of CEQA/NEPA documents for complex public and private land development projects
• Interact with various members of public agency and private client staff on matters related to land use planning, project description development, CEQA/NEPA compliance, and land development/entitlements
• Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our public and private clients
• Foster client connections through existing client relationships and proactive business development in the candidate's areas of strength and interest, working with others to anticipate and pursue work Enhance Dudek's professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing Dudek in a professional manner
• Work closely with other Dudek Project Managers to promote our business interests in adherence with the company's mission, vision, and values Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s)

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies/planning or policy, urban planning, or similar from an accredited four-year college
• 8 or more years of professional work experience in environmental impact assessment including demonstrated success in CEQA and/or NEPA document preparation
• Project management experience overseeing contracts, budgets, schedules and technical staff or subconsultants in the preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents is required
• Ability to travel regionally for business; reliable transportation, and a valid driver's license
• Excellent communication, organization, writing, and presentation skills are required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have 10-15 years of professional work experience
• Master's degree is a plus
• Other complimentary experience, such as land use planning, land development/ entitlements, regulatory permitting, or urban design is desired
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel software

Perks of Being a Dudekian

Not only will Dudek provide you with a competitive salary, but we also strive to create an environment that promotes growth, career development, and a flexible work–life balance. Dudek offers an array of benefits, from your typical medical, dental, and vision coverage to the opportunity to share in Dudek's success through discretionary bonuses, based on firmwide, divisional, and individual performance. We also offer a yearly merit review, an employee stock ownership program, and dog friendly offices Since we encourage our colleagues to take time off when needed, Dudek also provides a generous vacation package. If you're tired of an overly structured environment and decision-making process to get your job done, Dudek is a place where your ideas are heard and your initiative is rewarded. Speak with our recruitment team to learn more about the great perks of being a Dudekian.

Dudek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Protecting the health and safety of our communities is our highest priority. Please note that due to the federal government's recent Executive Order for federal contractors, Dudek has adopted a policy requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to limited exemptions/accommodations based on medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or applicable state laws and regulations. In addition, a number of Dudek's clients have similarly issued requirements that any personnel working on their projects must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.