Environmental Planner

Job Description

• Under general supervision, gathers, compiles, and analyzes land use, economic forecasting, population growth, and other related data to evaluate impacts of transportation projects on water resources, air quality, and environmental impact studies and plans.
• Reviews existing models and recommends improvements/changes as necessary.
• Performs field investigations, surveys, studies, and other research to compile and analyze data on environmental impacts for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) evaluations.
• Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge by assisting in the development of white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May create or work with a team to create a poster or other presentation material for conferences.
• Attends public meetings and engagements with stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Demonstrate solid knowledge of large-scale land use principles and methods, including analysis of relative costs and benefits. Understand and apply knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and government processes, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), executive orders, agency rules, court procedures, and the democratic political process. Apply engineering science and technology principles, techniques, and procedures to design solutions and deliver project outcomes.

Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills for stakeholder engagement and project documentation.

10% or less

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history.

If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

USD $71,781.00

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No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position