Job Details

Overview

Rincon Consultants is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager in our Utilities Sector with experience in land use entitlement and CEQA/NEPA for renewable energy infrastructure projects. This role blends environmental planning expertise with project leadership in support of renewable energy infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for managing and preparing constraints studies, discretionary land use permit applications, and CEQA/NEPA documents, coordinating with technical experts to deliver high-quality environmental studies and permits. It also includes client interface, public presentations, and supporting business development initiatives. This is an opportunity to grow both technical and project coordination skills in a collaborative, mission-driven consulting environment.

Work arrangements may be flexible (in-office and remote), but Rincon prioritizes hiring within 50 miles of an Rincon office to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming. Current offices include Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Technical Execution
  • Lead environmental planning projects from feasibility through land use entitlement
  • Prepare or oversee CEQA/NEPA documents
  • Prepare constraints analyses to assess project viability and inform planning decisions
  • Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects
  • Contribute to QA/QC processes to support technical accuracy and compliance
• Client Coordination & Regulatory Support
  • Serve as a point of contact for clients, agencies, and consultant teams
  • Provide CEQA/NEPA guidance to support project planning and permitting
  • Collaborate across disciplines to align environmental review with client goals and regulatory expectations
• Team Collaboration & Business Development
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to team knowledge-sharing
  • Assist with staffing coordination, performance feedback, and career development
  • Support proposal writing, cost estimating, and relationship-building in the renewable energy and utilities sector
  • Represent Rincon in client meetings and at industry events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience working in California; environmental consulting firm experience is preferred but not required
• BA/BS preferably in environmental science, urban planning or related discipline; an advanced degree is desirable
• Strong knowledge of environmental planning principles and practices, including CEQA/NEPA and other relevant federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• 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

About Rincon

Rincon Consultants, Inc. 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 throughout Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this full-time position is $88,000–$140,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary is based on market median of similar jobs and may vary based on internal equity and candidate qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, including health benefits (HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account options), employer-paid life and long-term insurance, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Vacation accrual is three weeks in the first year, plus paid sick leave and paid holidays. 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities are available. We provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring, with additional benefits such as Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Pet Insurance, and more.

Work Location & Expiry

Rincon prioritizes in-person collaboration where possible and seeks candidates within 50 miles of an Rincon office. This posting does not indicate that the role is closed; please apply if you meet the qualifications.

EEO Statement

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, marital status, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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