Job Summary
AECOM is seeking an Environmental Planner III to support both our San Diego and Los Angeles offices. The position is flexible with applicants working from a remote location outside of both San Diego and Los Angeles.
AECOM is proud to provide our employees with exciting, challenging projects and career opportunities. Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world.
Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
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Management and/or preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation, including Categorical Exemptions, Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and Environment Impact Reports.
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Preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, including Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, Findings of No Significant Impacts, and Environment Impact Statement sections.
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Project management including development and tracking schedules, and coordination with technical staff and clients.
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Tasks include occasional site visits, research, data collection, and technical writing.
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Assist in supporting marketing pursuits, preparation of proposals, and formulating cost estimates.
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Support senior staff with business development
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Attend and/or present at project and public meetings and assist in preparing meeting materials and compiling meeting results, including PowerPoint presentations, and other materials.
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Manage small and medium-sized projects and serve as a deputy project manager or task lead on larger, more complex projects.
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Oversee the work of junior staff and mentor others.
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Work directly with clients and subconsultants.
About AECOMs 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 worlds most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles.
AECOMs Sustainable Legacies program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.
Minimum Requirements
- BA/BS in Environmental Studies, Planning, or related field + four years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications
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Masters in Environmental Studies or related field
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Experience as Project Manager and/or Deputy Project Manager on environmental planning projects (minimum 3 years).
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Experience preparing and/or managing NEPA and CEQA environmental documents with extensive knowledge of current regulations and guidance (minimum 3 years).
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Understanding of the environmental regulatory framework in California, including applicable state and federal laws.
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Understanding of regional programs and permits relating to natural/water resources planning and coastal zone management.
Additional Information:
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Relocation is not available for this position.
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Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $68,000 – 126,000.00.
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AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse 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.
What We Offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and lets get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each persons potential, and well help you reach yours.
Job Category Planning
Business Line Environment
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 265501BR
Additional Locations US – Los Angeles, CA – 300 N Los Angeles St
Virtual: Yes
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.