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Director of Environmental Planning - CEQA/NEPA

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Director of Environmental Planning

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a Director of Environmental Planning to support and drive the firm’s continued growth in Los Angeles. This senior-level role blends technical leadership, project delivery, marketing, proposal development, and business development, and is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.

The successful candidate will be a motivated self‑starter who can work independently while also leading and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Michael Baker’s local and national offices.

What You’ll Do:

  • Drive business development and client engagement with Los Angeles–area agencies and key clients
  • Provide technical leadership and strategic oversight for the CEQA/NEPA process through regulatory project approvals.
  • Support and lead marketing and proposal pursuits in coordination with local and national teams
  • Coordinate project delivery efforts with environmental, planning, and technical teams across Michael Baker offices
  • Represent Michael Baker at client meetings, public hearings, community outreach, and stakeholder engagements
  • Actively engage in industry events and leadership

What You Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, Ecology, or a related field
  • 15+ years of experience preferred (candidates with fewer years but exceptional qualifications will be considered)
  • Strong understanding of the Los Angeles market, with existing agency and/or client relationships preferred
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Excellent written, verbal, and analytical communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi‑disciplinary team environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to producing high‑quality work and quickly adapting to company policies, procedures, and tools
  • Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
  • Flexible work schedule, supporting a hybrid work environment and work‑life balance with ability to be in the Los Angeles office and/or Long Beach office
  • Ability to travel locally throughout Los Angeles County for meetings, project support, outreach, and public hearings

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position $210,000 – 275,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

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