CEQA Area Lead

BKF Engineers

Environmental Project Manager leading CEQA compliance projects and expanding services throughout California. Overseeing project performance while collaborating with environmental professionals and clients.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRedwood City • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Environmental Project Management, with a strong focus on CEQA and NEPA compliance, strategic planning, and team leadership. Proven ability to engage clients and stakeholders while managing complex environmental projects across various sectors.

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CEQA Project ManagementNEPA ComplianceEnvironmental PlanningAICP CertificationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceTechnical Document PreparationEnvironmental Constraints AnalysisPeer ReviewLand Development PlanningMunicipal Government PlanningTransportation PlanningWater Resource ManagementEnergy Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationPersuasive LeadershipRelationship BuildingResults-Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

AICP Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental RegulationsUrban PlanningStakeholder EngagementZoning IssuesOrdinance Changes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

At BKF, we’re not just growing—we’re thriving! As a dynamic multi-service consulting firm, we specialize in planning, engineering, surveying, and construction management.
The Project Manager will be able to build a project portfolio and a staff of additional qualified environmental professionals.
BKF is seeking a self-driven, results-oriented Environmental Project Manager to lead projects and support the expansion of our Environmental Planning Practice in California.
The CEQA Lead will be responsible for client engagement, leadership, strategic planning, staff development and business development focused in one of our key markets within the BKF Planning team.
Job duties include leading environmental compliance as a project manager, overseeing CEQA/NEPA document preparation and related technical studies, conducting environmental constraints and peer review of CEQA/NEPA documents.
Coordinating complex environmental projects and/or multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional planning efforts.
Serving as a technical consultant and advisor to elected officials, citizen groups, and other stakeholders related to planning policies/standards, issues, processes, procedures, zoning/rezoning issues, ordinance changes, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in progressive leadership roles with oversight of planning and environmental professionals.
Progressively responsible project management experience working on CEQA and NEPA projects in California and with clients for projects involving land development, municipal/local/regional government, transportation, water, energy, general plans, housing, and/or higher education.
Must have proven ability and experience supervising staff.
An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups.
A high energy, passionate, forward-thinking, results-oriented, team player, and resourceful leader.
Collaborative and highly skillful at building and maintaining effective working relationships throughout the organization.
Ability to effectively manage teams and communicate with clients.
Ability to handle critical conversations with internal staff, managers, and leaders.
Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver’s record are required.
Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
Generous paid time off packages.
9 Paid Holidays.
Flexible schedules.
Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
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