Project Manager-Environmental Planner
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
WHO WE ARE
Supported by more than 3,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.
PLANNING PRACTICE
We create, integrate, visualize and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation. Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker is seeking a Full Time Environmental Planner specializing in environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This position involves the preparation of environmental documentation for various types of projects, but with a strong focus on transportation infrastructure. Ideal candidates should have experience with both locally and Federally-funded roadway projects, including a strong background with Caltrans requirements, including the Standard Environmental Reference (SER). Experience with Caltrans-specific technical studies, annotated outlines, joint documents, and methodologies/protocols is preferred.
The Environmental Planner will provide support to Project Managers throughout all aspects of environmental review. The Environmental Planner will be responsible for writing the non-technical sections of CEQA/NEPA documents and other similar documents and for coordinating with internal technical staff and subconsultants. The position will also include assistance with proposal preparation. Strong emphasis will be placed on previous technical experience, quality of work, and the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Successful candidates for this position will be motivated self-starters who can work independently and as part of a team.
- The best part of being an Environmental Planner at Michael Baker is that no two days will be the same. You will face different challenges every day as you manage and/or assist with complex environmental planning efforts.
- As an Environmental Planner, this position will involve the management and preparation of Initial Studies, EIRs, joint documents, and other CEQA/NEPA documents for clients.
- Team coordination, some business development pursuits and working both with our local professionals and the other offices of Michael Baker International are all in a day’s work.
- You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to environmental planning challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, Ecology or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience is required.
- Strong background with environmental documentation for Caltrans projects/transportation infrastructure is preferred.
- The candidate will need to be bright, organized, and determined; you’ll also need to be able to build relationships with a wide variety of people.
- Strong technical writing and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated personal commitment to accuracy and quality.
The salary range for this position is $82,804-$172,523 This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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