Mid-level Environmental Planner

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM's Environmental Planning and Permitting team is growing in northern California and seeking an experienced Mid-level Environmental Planner (Environmental Planner III) to join our team.

This hybrid position can be based out of our Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, or Sacramento offices. The successful candidate would join our team to engage with our expanding pool of public and private sector clients to contribute and lead completion of the environmental process.

Responsibilities would include supporting and managing CEQA/NEPA documentation and technical studies for transportation, energy, and development-related projects. Other responsibilities may include leading and supporting business development activities, including coordination and preparation of materials for proposals and client engagement. Roles may include serving as deputy project manager, task manager, or technical specialist depending on the project assignment. Work will include collaboration with senior project managers and task leaders; client staff; and representatives from cities, counties, and local, regional, state, and federal agencies.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

AECOM is seeking candidates with a demonstrated ability to contribute and manage tasks on environmental planning projects and contribute to deliverables that respond to our clients’ needs .

Key responsibilities include:

• Support and assist with leading environmental planning work, including the development of environmental documents and studies in compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.

• Analyze and describe environmental impacts of project activities for environmental documents that support CEQA and/or NEPA review.

• Coordinate project tasks among technical staff, subcontractors, and clients.

• Assist with financial and schedule management and reporting on ongoing tasks and projects.

• Assist with quality reviews of colleague and subconsultant deliverables.

• Support the development of work scopes, staffing and cost estimates for tasks under existing and new contracts.

About AECOM’s Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental planning, or related field.

• 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education focusing on environmental planning related to CEQA/NEPA in relation to infrastructure. (e.g., linear projects).

• Valid U.S. Driver's license is required.

• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of relevant experience focusing on environmental planning.

• Ability to work independently around technical report writing related to CEQA/NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (federal, state, local) permitting documents.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to effectively interact with teams of staff, subconsultants, and clients.

• Experienced in environmental studies, CEQA/NEPA documentation, and agency consultations for infrastructure projects.

• Experience and/or interest in supporting business development efforts in pursuit of new projects.

Additional Information

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $85000 to $120000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10150559

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Planning

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 85000 - USD 120000 - yearly