Sequoia Ecological Consulting

Program Manager – Natural Resources

Sequoia Ecological Consulting

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Walnut Creek • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $124,800 - $160,160 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Foster a safe, collaborative, and inclusive team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning
  • Lead technical and grant writing efforts for Sequoia and/or its clients
  • Build a team dedicated to work on the line(s) of business they oversee
  • Supervise, mentor, and coach all levels of staff
  • Provide program support to HR team in hiring, onboarding, and offboarding employees assigned to their program(s)
  • Ensure highest quality and accuracy in planning, implementing, and completing all assigned program projects
  • Conduct regular project reviews and pursue operational adjustments to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
  • Maintain and cultivate new relationships within the environmental consulting industry
  • Participate in senior leadership initiatives and identify growth and engagement opportunities for staff
  • Act as an external lead for Sequoia representing the firm at virtual or in-person conferences and other events

Requirements

  • Progressive success working as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Program Manager for at least 10 years
  • Demonstrated success working as a senior-level Project Manager for at least 4 years
  • Demonstrated success supervising teams for at least 5 years
  • Proven capability of mentoring new supervisors
  • Thorough understanding of FESA, CESA, CWA Sections 401 and 404, CFGC Section 1600, CEQA, NEPA, and other federal and state regulatory requirements
  • Routinely viewed by peers, principals, and other employees as a technical expert
  • Routinely relied upon by other employees as a leader and mentor
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire teams and individuals; effectively negotiate, communicate, listen, and influence; and build and improve team performance
  • Demonstrated, clear understanding of Sequoia’s mission, vision, and values
  • Ability to manage complex projects independently without supervision
  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, planning, or related field
  • Sophisticated understanding of California flora/fauna and/or regulatory environment
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication and editing skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Familiarity with GIS mapping tools and ability to navigate existing tools.
Benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
LeadershipCollaborationKnowledge SharingContinuous LearningMotivationNegotiationInfluencingListeningTeam Performance ImprovementRelationship Building