Senior Transportation Environmental Planner (NEPA)

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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a self-motivated Senior Transportation Environmental Planner to join our Environmental Planning and Permitting team. The qualified candidate will provide technical expertise and managing environmental tasks for public and private transportation and infrastructure clients throughout our US West Region. The ideal candidate should have an established and successful history of executing and managing the environmental review process for small and large-scale projects. 

This is a remote role based in the United States which may require occasional travel ( 25%) depending on project workload.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Providing subject matter expertise in the regulatory compliance processes of NEPA, Clean Water Act Endangered Species Act, and other federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Managing and preparing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents including Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements for transportation or other infrastructure projects in accordance with state/federal agency standards.
• Performing/overseeing environmental technical studies and report preparation.
• Facilitating public and agency outreach.
• Overseeing all aspects of environmental projects including cost estimates, schedule, and budget.
• Working with and overseeing an interdisciplinary team of technical specialists and managing their project-delivery efforts.
• Providing support and mentorship to junior staff.
• Assisting with proposals and business development.

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:

• BA/BS Degree in environmental sciences, planning, geography, or related fields and 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in project management, NEPA, or CEQA compliance.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in environmental sciences, planning, geography, or related fields.
• 12+ years of relevant experience in project management, NEPA, or CEQA compliance.
• Knowledge and experience with environmental review and compliance requirements.
• Technical background and expertise in a NEPA discipline, such as air quality, cultural resources, socioeconomics and environmental justice, and travel and transportation.
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills.

Additional Information

Please note that this role can be based anywhere in the United States and compensation data will vary in each location, including higher or lower than the stated range. 

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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 2024. 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.