We have an immediate opening for a full-time Senior Environmental Planner in our Folsom office or San Diego office. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a close-knit and driven multidisciplinary environmental team. The chosen individual will be responsible for leading environmental planning and project management tasks. Dokken has been providing environmental services for over 19 years, delivering innovative environmental solutions for local, state, and federally funded public works projects. Our primary focus is on infrastructure, including roadways, bridges, highways and interchanges, water and irrigation facilities, bicycle and pedestrian paths, dams, and other public facility projects.
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In this role, a successful applicant should have proven abilities in leading planning and environmental approvals under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act, State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, and other applicable environmental laws and regulations.
The role involves preparing and reviewing various environmental technical studies, overseeing regulatory permit applications, securing permits and approvals from different agencies, ensuring environmental commitments are implemented, and providing support during environmental construction. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, coordinating with Dokken’s environmental and engineering teams, navigating agency approval processes, preparing project proposals, securing new contracts for environmental services, building client relationships, and identifying opportunities for expansion into new market sectors. Additionally, offering training and mentorship may be part of the role. Familiarity with complex CEQA/NEPA compliance related to transportation planning for roads and bridges is advantageous.
Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum of BA or BS in environmental studies/science or related field.
• Applicants should have approximately 8+ years of related experience, preferably in California; private environmental consulting firm experience is a plus.
• Candidate should have a strong working knowledge of Federal and California environmental laws (i.e., CEQA and NEPA).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Previous experience with environmental studies is required.
• Ability to travel as projects require.
• Strong client relations
• Problem solver – results-oriented.
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Compensation: Annual Salary ranges from $ 95,000.00 to 150,000.00. DOE
Location: In-person at the Folsom HQ office or in-person at the San Diego office. Periodic travel through the State will be required.
Benefits:
* Benefit eligibility is dependent upon classification
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with industry-leading employer match of 9%
• Annual Stock Accrual in Dokken’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Life, accidental death, and long-term disability insurance (auto-enrollment and voluntary options available)
Additional Perks:
• Professional development opportunities (memberships, conferences, etc.)
• Training and tuition reimbursement
• Professional registration, permits, and licensing sponsorship.
• Employee appreciation, recognition, and social events
• Volunteer opportunities (road and creek clean-ups, community service days, etc.)
Date Posted: 07/01/2024
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Dokken Engineering is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. No one shall be discriminated against based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, military service, or political affiliation.
We are an inclusive organization that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.