Director of Environmental Planning

Job Description

Job Description

About the job

Job Type : Full-time

Description

RICK (formerly referred to as RICK Engineering Company) is a California-based engineering, planning, and design firm that’s been in business for more than 70 years. We have grown our employee base and expanded geographically and are looking to continue that growth by expanding our Environmental Services Division. RICK is seeking a team-oriented and motivated Director of Environmental Planning with critical and strategic thinking skills and a strong work ethic, to join our team in our headquarters location in San Diego, California. RICK provides CEQA and NEPA services to both the public and private sectors. The position will include an emphasis on growth of a new service area through marketing, proposal preparation, and business development as well as project delivery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the preparation and processing of CEQA compliance documents and related technical studies as well as client expectations, project schedules, and budget. Duties include document preparation; coordination with other environmental planning staff, subconsultant technical specialists and other subconsultants; budget and invoice management; as well as interaction with clients and reviewing agencies (county, city, CDFW, RWQCB, USACE). Proposal preparation and business development are also required, and the successful candidate must possess the experience, communication skills, and interest for these activities. The ideal Director of Environmental Services candidate must also possess strong Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA / QC) and interpersonal skills along with the proven ability to build collaborative relationships among team members, other RICK staff, clients, subconsultants, and agencies.

Responsibilities also include business development with Southern California agencies and clients to grow a new service area at RICK and leadership of 2-5 staff members.

Why work at RICK?

• RICK has been a leader in engineering, planning, and design for more than 70 years
• Professional growth through opportunity to lead service area growth
• Offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility of working in-office and remotely
• Invested in professional growth and employee development and training
• Recognized for our workplace practices, employee wellness programs, and community contributions

RICK also offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

Please submit a cover letter in addition to your resume.

Pay will be based on qualifications and / or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $155,000 to $200,000 annually.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for Director of Environmental Services

Additional Skills Preferred

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position $155,000 to $200,000 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.

RICK is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RICK is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.