Environmental Planner / Project Manager

Rincon Consultants is growing and seeking passionate Environmental Planners/Project Managers to join our award-winning team. At Rincon, you'll help shape California’s future through meaningful fieldwork, environmental impact analysis, and high-quality CEQA and NEPA documents—all while working alongside a team recognized as a “Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For.”

While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. Ideal location is Ventura, but we are open to locations across California.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Write and manage the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documents.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts across disciplines to ensure high quality analysis, adherence to schedules and budgets, and compliance with CEQA and NEPA process requirements.
• Train and mentor junior staff on CEQA and NEPA and other planning/environmental disciplines.
• Engage with clients, including responsive and clear communication.
• Assist in preparing public presentations to agency decision-making bodies.
• Perform agency consultation and ensure environmental regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate confidence in decision-making and be recognized by clients and peers as having expertise in CEQA and NEPA and related technical areas.
• Support business development, including proposal preparation.

This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following:

• BA/BS preferably in environmental science, urban planning or related discipline; an advanced degree is desired.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience working in California; environmental consulting firm experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with a large, multi-disciplinary team.
• Solid schedule and budget management abilities.
• Ability to travel as projects require.
• Problem-solver and results oriented.

*More senior professionals (e.g., 10–15+ years) are also strongly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities and salaries will adjust accordingly, with senior-level pay exceeding the posted range.

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $88,000–$120,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is offered will consider internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, providing our valued employees with many benefits to enhance their well-being and financial security. Our health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices, ensuring you have the flexibility to select the plan that best suits your needs.

Additionally, you can enjoy peace of mind with employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, as well as dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We prioritize your well-being by offering three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays, ensuring you have ample time off to rejuvenate. Planning for your future is made easier through our 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities.

Beyond the essentials, Rincon recognizes the importance of personal and professional growth, that's why we provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring. Our commitment extends to the community through Volunteer Pay for a Day, reinforcing the values of social responsibility. Moreover, we go the extra mile with additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and much more. Check out more details on our Rincon Consultants webpage here !

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.