Environmental Planner

AECOMis actively seeking anEnvironmental PlannerII to join our Arizona Environmental Planning and Permitting team. This is a hybrid role that can be based out of AECOMs Phoenix or Tucson AZ offices.
 

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Assists clients and AECOM project manager(s) in developing and reviewing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents including Categorical Exemptions Categorical Exclusions Initial Studies Environmental Assessments Mitigated Negative Declarations Findings of No Significant Impacts Environment Impact Reports and Environment Impact Statement.
• Supports the preparation of environmental documents such as technical reports permit application packages and mitigation and monitoring plans.
• Interprets and applies applicable government codes ordinances and regulations.
• Conducts research and prepares statistical reports on land use physical social and economic issues through the collection of a variety of statistical data maps and other graphics.
• Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development projects comply with approved plans.
• Assists clients and project manager(s) with the development of meeting and project materials as necessary (e.g. presentation boards handouts agendas and schedules)
• Support public meetings and assist in preparing meeting materials and compiling meeting results including PowerPoint presentations and other materials.
• Play a role in marketing and business development efforts in pursuit of new projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Project and Adobe Portable Document Format application programs. Assists clients and project manager(s) in maintaining project records (e.g. electronic filing basic database management).
• Attends occasional evening and/or weekend meetings based on project needs.
• May serve as adjunct planning staff for public agency clients.

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 span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in related fields (Environmental Planning and Policies Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering).
• 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/ or education related to environmental planning conservation planning and/or natural resources planning.
• A valid U.S. Drivers license is required for this role.
• Due to the nature of this role U.S Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience with local Arizona planning and resource agencies.
• Prior environmental consulting experience.
• Familiarity with NEPA federal regulatory and compliance guidelines.
• Experience and understanding of NEPA compliance Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance and Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting.
• Familiarity with issues related to environmental planning conservation planning and/or natural resources planning.
• Proficiency with Word Excel PowerPoint Project and Adobe Portable Document Format application programs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain tracking spreadsheets and documents.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team identifying what needs to be accomplished and regularly completing tasks.
• Knowledge of Google Earth and/or GIS.

Additional Information :

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time