Associate Environmental Planner (Hybrid)

Our client is seeking a Mid-Level Planner to assist with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance for infrastructure planning in Colorado and throughout the western US. The ideal candidate for this position will have professional experience working on transportation (roadway, transit, rail) or other infrastructure projects. Environmental planners, transportation planners, urban planners, or professionals in closely adjacent fields with a strong interest in NEPA are encouraged to apply. As part of our talented team of consultants, you will be a key player on high-profile transportation projects for our growing portfolio of federal, state, and local agency clients. Learn more about the projects you will have the opportunity to shape here.

Our client is looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself. Apply for the job!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare NEPA documentation including, pre-NEPA planning studies, technical reports, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Plan and direct small and medium-sized environmental and planning tasks, develop and track project schedules and budgets, and coordinate with technical staff, clients, and team members.
• Prepare and/or manage team members to prepare document templates, graphics, mapping, charts, and quality reviews, to support technical reports and documents.
• Conduct research, develop methodologies, and evaluate environmental resource conditions and permitting needs.
• Attend regular project meetings and prepare meeting notes.
• Organize, attend, and document agency consultation meetings to ensure environmental regulatory compliance.
• Develop strategies for and support public involvement programs and activities.
• Support and conduct environmental field surveys and impact analyses.
• Participate in business development activities, develop proposal materials, support teaming partners on pursuits, and prepare scope and fee estimates.
• Attend industry events and establish and maintain client relationships.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in urban planning, environmental policy, geography, communications, climate science, environmental science, landscape architecture, or related field. Experience managing teams in a deputy project manager or similar role.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing teams and tasks to keep projects on schedule and meet client expectations.
• 5-10 years of relevant, increasingly responsible experience with federal and state environmental regulations, environmental compliance, and permitting for infrastructure projects.
• At least two years working in consulting.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, Google Earth, and other mapping platforms.

Other Useful Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NEPA and related federal environmental processes is a plus
• Environmental resource analysis expertise (noise, air quality, hazardous materials, etc.) is a plus
• Master's degree and/or professional certifications (AICP, PE) is a plus
• Experience working with Colorado local, state, and federal agencies is a plus
• Spanish fluency is a plus
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus

Why Our Client:

Our client's mission is to contribute to projects and programs that make a difference with people who share our values. We are known for our NEPA expertise and are proud that our clients trust us to guide some of the most important, complex highway, rail, and transit projects in Colorado and the Denver metro area. With our client, you will have the opportunity to do meaningful work delivering civil infrastructure projects that enhance communities.

Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee bonus program, and employee referral bonuses. The expected compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually depending upon skills, experience, education.

Our client acknowledges that equal opportunity for all persons is a fundamental human
value. Each employee and applicant will be considered on the basis of individual ability and merit, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristics.

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