Environmental Services Assistant Project Manager

This role reports to the Project Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with the preparation of sections of initial studies, environmental impact reports, and other related CEQA/NEPA documents for both public and private clients.
• Support project managers with team coordination including, but not limited to, internal meetings, client meetings, and public presentations and ensure that projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Assist with the coordination of internal technical teams and sub-consultants.
• Expand knowledge of environmental documentation through attendance at training sessions and courses
• Perform research, analysis, and writing of project conditions, impacts, and mitigation efficiently and present in a concise and professional manner
• Perform some coordination with public and private groups
• Conduct fieldwork, including site visits for environmental information and photos
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, statements of qualifications, as well as marketing materials
• Participate in marketing efforts and phone calls to potential new and existing clients

Skills

• Effective communication through written and oral methods
• Promote teamwork through interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate organizational skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office software applications, especially Word and Excel, as well as internet usage
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Planning, Geography, Biology, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of related work experience
• Working knowledge of CEQA and its processing requirements
• General understanding of NEPA
• Technical competence and understanding of one or more environmental specialties such as land use, socio-economics, natural resources, hydrology, air, noise, etc.

Work Environment

The position operates in either an in-office or remote home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. This position may require travel to attend meetings, briefings, hearings, and presentations. Compliance with all travel and in-person requirements is a must.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may spend extended periods of time sitting in front of the computer. The position regularly requires talking and hearing, standing, stooping, walking, reaching with hands and arms, and hand/finger dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation: $27.00 - $40.00 Hourly

We offer competitive salaries based on location, experience, and education. Our comprehensive benefits also include personal and professional development opportunities for qualified employees. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply!

Competitive, progressive benefits, including

Example: Full-time, regular employee

• Up to 100% employer paid premiums employee medical (with buy-up options) and up to 55% coverage for eligible dependent(s)
• Up to 80% employer-paid dental and vision covered premiums for employees. Eligible dependent coverage also available.
• Employer sponsored Group Life and AD&D insurance with discounted voluntary coverage also available
• Employer covered Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs (EAP)
• 401(k) & Roth retirement savings accounts (see HR department for details on contributions and exclusions)
• Pet insurance discounts
• Volunteer programs, committees, and opportunities
• Mentorship program and Work/Life Balance initiatives

*All benefits are subject to eligibility and may be changed at any time by the Company.

Information Security

Adhering to all policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information of the organization, employees must maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information to which they are given access. They are also responsible for reporting actual or suspected events or incidents, including vulnerabilities or breaches, that may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to members of the Management Team.

Mutual respect is fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the Company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.