Environmental Planning Specialist; NEPA & CEQA

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Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we''re delivering a better world through infrastructure consulting. We are a global firm delivering projects that create a positive impact. This role is based in Sacramento, CA and open to remote work.

AECOM is seeking a Planning Specialist to oversee and manage regulatory permitting and environmental compliance for the client''s projects in the Central Valley. This role manages regulatory permitting under federal and state environmental laws and delivers permit and permit amendment applications according to the client’s standards. The role also involves supervising the preparation and submittal of compliance documentation.

• Provide management and oversight in the preparation of State and federal permit applications, review and analysis of NEPA and CEQA documents, compensatory mitigation procurement, and construction-phase environmental compliance in the Central Valley.
• Support the client in strategy development, preparation, and acquisition of regulatory permits, approvals, and amendments under sections including 401/404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, Section 2081 of the California Endangered Species Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish & Game Code, among others.
• Review compliance documentation and reports.
• Support the client’s procurement of compensatory mitigation by evaluating requirements, analyzing market availability, preparing procurement documents, and managing mitigation contracts.
• Assist with construction-phase compliance, including responding to potential noncompliance events, regulatory agency inquiries, requests, and reporting.
• Retrieve data and prepare reports using the client’s proprietary database management application.

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience with progressively greater responsibility in regulatory permitting and environmental and permitting compliance in California
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field; master’s degree is a plus
• Experience with major environmental laws including CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, State and federal endangered species acts, Porter-Cologne, Lake/streambed alteration agreements
• Experience working on large, complex programs and projects
• Exceptional analytic, verbal, and writing skills
• Strong organizational ability and ability to pivot and re-prioritize to meet changing program needs and deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Office 365 applications
• Experience with large-scale compensatory mitigation planning and procurement
• Experience implementing wildlife connectivity projects
• Experience in construction compliance tracking, documentation, reporting
• Experience with design-build contracting and construction processes

• Travel is required for this position.
• Sponsorship is available for this position.
• Relocation is available for this position.
• Offered rate of compensation for California locations will be based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Salary range: $81,000 - $149,000.

AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits program and supports a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. We are a global infrastructure firm delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction services. See  for more information.

You will have hybrid work options to fit your needs. We foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and provide a safe, respectful workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to helping you reach your potential. All information is kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J | Business Line:
Environment | Work Location Model:
Remote

About the Company

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