Michelle Ray

Michelle Ray is a seasoned environmental project manager with over a decade of experience in environmental construction management across Fresno and Madera Counties. She specializes in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance, regulatory permitting, and mitigation strategies. Known for her collaborative approach, Michelle excels in building partnerships and fostering strong relationships with local, state, and federal agencies.

Michelle’s expertise is shaped by her tenure as Southern California Manager for the California High-Speed Rail (HSR) Program and as Environmental Office Chief at Caltrans, where she managed over 400 projects annually, with budgets exceeding $2 billion. Her work on the HSR program includes overseeing environmental compliance for the 32-mile Construction Package 1, navigating 57+ permits across urban and agricultural settings.

A problem-solver at heart, Michelle views challenges as opportunities for innovation and is committed to cultivating positive work environments. She actively develops standards and policies for environmental compliance nationwide, providing guidance and training to practitioners.

Michelle’s leadership reflects a deep commitment to sustainable project delivery and regulatory excellence, making her a driving force in shaping the future of environmentally responsible infrastructure projects.