Environmental Planning Supervisor – Southern California (Remote)

📍 Remote | Central Location: Ontario, CA preferred

Full-Time | Salary DOE| Competitive Benefits

About the Role

Join a fully remote, mission-driven environmental consulting team committed to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and responsible development. We’re seeking an experienced Environmental Planning Supervisor to lead and mentor a growing team of professionals, drive excellence across CEQA-focused projects, and help shape a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a remote team of environmental planners (currently 8, growing to 15)Oversee and package CEQA documents including Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs)Participate in RFPs, proposals, scoping, and budgeting for environmental planning projectsCoordinate with agencies such as Caltrans, CPUC, and local planning departmentsSupport business development efforts and contribute to client diversificationConduct occasional site visits across Southern California (e.g., Porterville, Tulare, Imperial Valley, LA, High Desert, coastal regions)Lead weekly team meetings and executive check-insProvide QA/QC oversight, performance reviews, and mentorship across experience levels
QualificationsStrong experience with CEQA and EIR processesProven ability to lead teams through complex environmental planning projectsExcellent communication, emotional intelligence, and mentorship skillsExperience managing remote teams and fostering virtual engagementProject management experience in consulting environmentsLocated in Southern California or willing to travel regionally for site visits
Preferred QualificationsNEPA experienceFamiliarity with Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and Negative DeclarationsArcGIS proficiency (training available if needed)Experience with diverse agencies and both public/private sector clients
Work Environment & Culture100% remote work with flexible locationSupportive, drama-free, collaborative team cultureStrong emphasis on mentorship, emotional intelligence, and professional growthCulture described as caring, meaningful, and inclusive—everyone feels valuedLeadership team includes seasoned professionals with backgrounds in public works, development, and strategic operations
lient InteractionInitial focus on internal team leadership with limited client-facing workClient engagement (e.g., Southern California Edison) will increase as trust is builtTeam is actively expanding its client base beyond utilities to include municipalities and niche districts
Interview ProcessPhone screeningInformal in-person coffee chatFull panel interview focused on communication, emotional intelligence, and cultural fit
📌 To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with CEQA projects and team leadership. We’re committed to finding the right fit—no hard deadlines, just the right person for a meaningful long-term impact.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

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