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Senior Environmental Planner - WSP

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full Time Senior Environmental Planner for our Honolulu, HI Office! Be involved in projects with our Advisory & Planning Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides technical environmental planning assistance to minimize the environmental impacts of commercial, industrial, utility, transmission, development, infrastructure, construction, pipeline, and/or transportation related projects.  Tasks may include providing support and guidance for multi-site/phase environmental permitting projects, site and impact assessment, restoration, land use management plans, public involvement, and ensuring environmental regulatory compliance.  Substantiates documentation to advise on project areas by applying and integrating urban and regional planning with a focus on sustainability.  Assists project leadership with environmental impact assessment, corrective/mitigation strategy development, permitting, and/or restoration activities. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Full description and application are available here. Additional opportunities with WSP can be found on their full job board.

Sr. Environmental Planner, Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting Team - WSP

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full time Sr. Environmental Planner for our Northwest Pacific District.  The successful candidate will report to one of the following locations:  Portland OR, Seattle, WA, or Bend, OR.  Be involved in projects with our Earth and Environment Environmental Impact Assessment and Permitting Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

Provides high level technical assistance and guidance for the collection, identification, compiling, and analysis of observational and spatial data concerning a variety of natural resources.  Provides support and guidance for environmental permitting projects across multiple sectors with a focus on renewable energy and transmission.  Ensures that documentation and recommendations accurately describe the results of analyses and addresses environmental impact and complies with applicable laws, regulations, and policies suitable for permit documentation.  Assists project leadership with environmental impact assessment, corrective/mitigation strategy development, permitting, and/or restoration activities.  Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Full description and application are available here. Additional Opportunities with WSP can be found on their full job board.

Transportation and Land Use Planner - Whatcom Transportation Authority, Bellingham, WA

Start/End Dates: 23-Oct-2023 to 26-Nov-2023
Location: Bellingham, WA
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $6,689 - $8,963 / mo

Job Summary:

This position is multi-disciplinary, performing a variety of land use, transportation, and transit planning functions. Leads WTA's efforts to integrate transit and multimodal considerations into local land use decision-making. Works to ensure transit facilities and design are incorporated into development proposals and codes. Participates in comprehensive planning and other local plan updates. Supports WTA's transit-oriented development efforts. Supports environmental analysis and reporting. Supports other transit planning initiatives.

Full description and instructions for applying are available here.

Transportation Planner- District of Columbia DOT - Washington, DC

Transportation Planner
District of Columbia Department of Transportation
Washington, DC


Experience:  5-7 years

Salary Range:  $78,687 to $101,385 per annum (Grade 13)

This Transportation Planner position is located in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Policy, Planning Sustainability Administration (PPSA),Strategic Planning Branch. The incumbent is responsible for formulating plans studies and policies pertaining to the District of Columbia’s (District) transportation network for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and information along the public rights-of-way; and to improve the District’s environmental quality, economic competitiveness and quality of life for its citizens.

Major Duties

Serves as an expert technical advisor for development of neighborhood, corridor and other types of transportation plans with emphasis on a multi-modal, comprehensive approach. Ensures that such plans provide a safe and efficient, balanced transportation system for District citizens and other users, regardless of mode. ,.

Develops multi-modal plans and projects for the preservation and expansion of city-wide transportation systems and facilities as well as for an improved quality of life for District citizens that provide a guide for investment of District and Federal resources. Develops scopes of work for various types of transportation studies including strategic, livability, corridor, etc. to assess and improve city-wide transportation services to include more choices and reliability in the transportation network. Manages consultant studies from contracting to project completion, designed to improve city-wide safe transportation systems. Assesses the operational effectiveness of city-wide transportation systems relative to capacity, design, level-of-service, and safety. Plan and designs, transportation system management with safety and mode choice in mind.

Develops alternatives for assuring the safe and efficient utilization of the public transportation system within the District. Prepares technical position papers, reports on issues intended to increase the reliability, efficiency and safety of the City’s transportation system. Facilitates community meetings and delivers presentations to diverse audiences to explain transportation projects and programs.

Coordinates with other Department personnel, i.e., safety, operational, construction, public space, etc. as well as other District, regional and national agencies to ensure mutual commitment in the basic policy regarding land use and transportation systems’ compatibility. Attends other meetings, seminars, and professional conferences relating to public transportation systems planning. Attends evening meetings, as necessary to coordinate Studies and Plans with the general public.

Qualifications

Candidate must have experience in and ability to develop a transportation plan that includes development of a scope of work data collection, a strong analysis component, a clear layout of alternatives, knowledge in the assessment of the findings, and strong, data backed reasoning for the proposed alternative that meets the mission and goals of DDOT.

Candidate must be self-directed and able to work independently; be flexible and a reliable team player both internally and externally.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written formats technical information pertaining to transportation planning studies, projects, program analyses, and to facilitate meetings and coordinate of related programs.

Licensures, Certifications and other requirements

Incumbent is required to perform work after normal duty hours, attend community meetings, and will be required to attend evening or weekend community meetings on an as needed basis.

This position has been designated as an essential employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual Chapter 12. As such, your service may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, e.g., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operations, food distribution, and communication. These duties maybe performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early.

This position maybe subject to criminal background checks and/or driving record checks, as well as random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to DC Act 15-620.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's licenses.

Work Experience


Candidate should have a minimum of three (3) to eight (8) years of progressively responsible specialized experience in transportation planning.
Technical experience in trip generation, VISIM, Travel Demand Models, as well as, experience working with National Environmental Policy Act is a plus.

Work Environment


The work is performed in a setting that requires normal safety precautions typical of an office environment, meeting or training rooms. Work area is properly lighted, ventilated and heated.

The application period closes May 15, 2016. For more information or to apply, please go to: http://careers.dc.gov/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0K1600000gzrJGEAY&tSource=

Planner (Environmental Review) - San Francisco, CA

5298 Planner III-Environmental Review
City and County of San Francisco, CA


POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under direction, the Planner III – Environmental Review performs difficult and complex environmental review work pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and participates in all phases of environmental review.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Reviewing and directing the work of consultants and/or other internal staff in the preparation of various environmental impact documents, including Exemptions, Negative Declarations, and Environmental Impact Reports according to CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) and other applicable laws; maintains project schedules while meeting requirements for adequate review.
  • Analyzing, evaluating and preparing reports and environmental impact documents on complex projects, in coordination with Current and Citywide planner staff, related to General Plan policy, area plans, project plans, land use, housing programs and other development proposals requiring analysis of impacts related to technical issues such as preservation and transportation planning, air quality, geology and seismology, wind, shadow and hazardous waste contamination.
  • Keeping abreast of current case law and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.; coordinating with the City Attorney’s Office for legal advice.
  • Interpreting and explaining legal, technical and procedural aspects of environmental review to the public, boards and commissions (potentially in controversial situations or under a high-level of public interest); prepares technical reports and correspondence.
  • Performing other project management duties related to the preparation of environmental documents, including preliminary conferences, public interaction, intra and inter-agency coordination, meetings with consulting specialists and presentation of reports to the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors and other agencies.
  • Exercising understanding of planning code requirements and other regulatory processes, in order to effectively share responsibility of staffing the Planning Information Counter.
  • Coordinating specific administrative functions and/or areas of technical expertise of the environmental review process (or of the Environmental Planning division’s responsibilities), such as environmental exemptions, case intake, air quality functions, archaeology functions, etc

Planner IIIs may be required to attend meetings or participate in work-related activities outside of normal working hours (evenings and weekends) in various community locations. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver license, or may require specialized experience in order to perform department specific planning duties.

The eligible list resulting from this testing process may be used by other City departments with vacancies in class 5298 Planner III – Environmental Review.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university AND four (4) years (8000 hours) of verifiable full-time equivalent experience either:
performing environmental review functions OR in a city/regional/urban planning environment preparing documents for entities such as California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), California Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

OR

2. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in city/regional/urban planning, environmental studies, architecture, law, earth sciences, geography, economics, landscape architecture, civil engineering, urban studies or public administration AND two (2) years (4000 hours) of verifiable full-time equivalent experience either:
performing environmental review functions OR in a city/regional/urban planning environment preparing documents for entities such as California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), California Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.
  • At least two (2) full years of progressively responsible work experience as a manager/author of CEQA or NEPA documents (primarily EIRs and Negative Declarations, or federal equivalents), where the applicant’s principal full time work assignment was as a project coordinator or manager responsible for preparation and completion of environmental review documents.
  • Extensive experience in: applying requirements of CEQA and local procedures regarding CEQA; Chapter 31 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; making public presentations; interacting with members of public, governmental officials, professional and technical specialists, project sponsors, other agency representatives, etc.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are being accepted through an online process.

Visit: http://www.jobaps.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PBT&R2=5298&R3=067383
to register an account and view this complete job announcement for application submission requirements.

Environmental Planner - LSA Associates - Palm Springs, CA

Environmental Planner
LSA Associates, Inc.
Palm Springs, CA

Experience: 3-5 years
Website: http://lsa.net/careers/openings/

LSA Associates, Inc. (LSA) is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning organization that is recognized as an innovator in the field of environmental impact assessment. LSA has developed a reputation among clients and professional peers in both the public and private sectors for being thorough, innovative, and objective.

LSA’s Palm Springs office is seeking an Environmental Planner. The ideal candidate will have experience successfully preparing and managing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents for public and private sector projects (e.g., transportation/transit, residential and commercial developments, utility corridors, parks, schools, and open space). Experience with projects for City and County governments, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the Federal Railroad Administration, or resource agency permitting is a plus. Coachella Valley experience is a substantial plus.

Candidates must have experience writing environmental documents and conducting environmental analysis, and must possess excellent writing skills, with a focus on regulatory compliance and technical adequacy. In addition, candidates must have experience overseeing all aspects of a project, including: leading meetings with clients and regulatory agencies; coordinating reviews with environmental and technical staff; personnel allocation/planning; public interest facilitation; scoping projects for the appropriate level of environmental review, budget control, and invoicing; maintaining schedules; managing subconsultants; and quality control. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage several projects simultaneously. The position will also include business development, marketing, and proposal preparation.

A bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, regional planning, or a related field is required. A strong emphasis will be placed on previous technical experience, quality of work, and the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Essential job functions include excellent communication skills, willingness to collaborate with others, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

LSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Please visit our Careers Page to apply for this position at: http://lsa.net/careers/openings/

Program Manager - Coordinated Construction Project Control Services - Chicago, IL

Deputy Program Manager for Planning
Coordinated Construction Project Control Services
Chicago, IL
WBE Certified Engineering/Construction Consultant specializing in CPM Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Change Order Analysis, Program/Project Management, and Owner Representative Services

Coordinated Construction Project Control Services has a Deputy Program Manager for Planning position open. This position will work in the offices of a large public agency in a large capital improvement program. The position is responsible for the overall management and coordination of all projects, studies, initiatives and deliverables assigned to the Planning group. The Planning Lead will coordinate, advise and oversee the development, review and approval of conceptual designs and project master plans. The Deputy Program Manager of Planning will also manage the estimating department to develop conceptual estimates in support of the project master plans; collaborate with counterparts in Project Controls, Design Oversight and Construction Oversight to ensure those respective inputs are accounted for in the conceptual scope, schedule, budget and logistics; work with the Deputy Program Manager for Design Oversight to facilitate a full transition for projects entering into the Design phase from Planning; assist the CTA Chief of Construction Financials and the Capital Development Department in developing and updating capital budget projections.

NOTES: Salary commensurate with experience.

The qualified candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; 10 years minimum experience, preferably 15; experience at the program management level, working with major transit agencies to define the overall capital program, and the project goals with the program and capital budgeting to fund the program.

The candidate will have:
  • Demonstrated experience in the conceptual development and definition of mass transit capital projects that includes rail facilities, bus facilities, maintenance facilities, right of way improvements, track and structure improvements, and station design.
  • Experience in the development of a strategic approach for improving existing facilities to a state of good repair and the development of the corresponding schedule and funding requirements.
  • Familiarity with federal, state and local funding opportunities and requirements.
  • Familiarity with federal, state and local environmental and historic restrictions as they pertain to the development of transit capital projects. Familiarity with the federal NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) process.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a team of architects, engineers, urban planners and systems specialists.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating with the client, coworkers, designers, and contractors.
  • Demonstrated ability to author reports, memos, letters, white papers, scopes for procurement, and other program management related documents.
  • Candidate must have strong oral communication and presentation skills.
  • Required experience: Program Management: 10 years
B.S. in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management is required. Any successful applicant must be legally able to reside and work in the United States at the time of employment. Foreign worker sponsorship will not be offered. The successful applicant must have a complete and thorough knowledge and fluency of the English language (both written and spoken). If the successful applicant graduated from a university outside the United States, applicant must be prepared to submit certified proof their degree is equivalent to that awarded in the United States. Such applicants should provide certified accreditation(s) from a reputable agency within the United States. The job is located in downtown Chicago, IL. No relocation assistance will be provided with this position. Local candidates are preferred.

Senior Planner - Meridian Consultants, LLC - Westlake Village, CA

Senior Planner/Project Manager
Meridian Consultants LLC
Westlake Village, CA


Experience:  5-7 years

Meridian Consultants is seeking a Senior Planner/Project Manager with broad-based science- and planning-related background and experience with city and county local government– and development-oriented projects. Qualified candidates should have least 5 years of experience, with at least 3 years of direct CEQA/NEPA project management experience overseeing complex environmental documentation projects related to urban development and infrastructure projects throughout Southern California, specifically the Los Angeles Basin, the Central Coast, Coachella Valley, and northern Los Angeles, and neighboring counties.

Candidates must possess effective problem-solving ability, excellent writing skills, and the ability to work with a team. Candidates must also have experience in managing a variety of projects, and in interacting with clients. Responsibilities will include overseeing multidisciplinary teams of professionals, including but not limited to architectural, engineering, air quality, biological, natural, and cultural resources; geology; land use; noise; traffic and transportation; recreation; and water resources. Candidates should have experience managing projects to stay on scope and meet budget requirements, as wells as meet regulatory requirements of the applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Additional responsibilities will include assisting principals and other senior staff in the development of client proposals, making presentations, and conducting business development activities consistent with maintaining and growing our Southern and Central California presence.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, or a related discipline. A master’s degree is preferred. The position is located is our Westlake Village office near the west San Fernando Valley. Meridian Consultants offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits program that reflects our commitment to our employees. Our benefits program include a profit sharing and 401(k) salary deferral plan, medical and dental insurance, vision care, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, long term disability, and group life insurance.

Applicants must submit a resume with cover letter and salary history to be considered to:

Ms. Lisa Maturkanic
Administrative Services Manager
910 Hampshire Road, Suite V
Westlake Village, CA 91361
lmaturkanic@meridianconsultantsllc.com
(No phone calls please.)

For more information on Meridian Consultants, visit our website atwww.meridianconsultantsllc.com.

Environmental Planner - RECON - San Diego, CA

Environmental Planner
RECON Environmental
San Diego, CA


Experience: 3-5 years
Contact person: Martha Aranibar
Phone:  619 308 9333 x147
Fax:  619 308 9334
Email: maranibar@reconenvironmental.com

Environmental Planner RECON Environmental is an employee-owned company of ‘specialists’ representing one of the largest and most established environmental consulting service firms in the Southwest.

Founded in 1972 with the emergence of the National Environmental Policy Act and the California Environmental Quality Act, we have provided more than four decades of continuous service to our valued clients in the federal, public and private sectors. We are located in the Bankers Hill area in San Diego.

We are currently recruiting for an environmental planner to join our Private Team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in City Planning, Environmental Science or related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience, including advanced knowledge of CEQA and EIR preparation. Must have excellent communication and writing skills, have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments, and be a team player. Additional requirements include excellent conflict resolution and customer service skill, as well as the ability to take initiative while working with clients and other team members.

Qualified candidates are asked to submit their resume with salary requirements.

RECON offers a generous compensation and benefits package including PTO and Sick Leave, medical & dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) profit sharing plan, and employee stock ownership.

RECON Environmental Inc. is an EOE/Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

Environmental consultant - Chicago, IL

Senior Environmental/ NEPA Planner
GSG Consultants, Inc. 
Chicago, IL

GSG Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental / NEPA Planner to join our Chicago office. The Senior Environmental Planner will be responsible for the leadership, coordination and development of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage and participate in the preparation of CATEX, EIS, EA, and similar environmental review documentation
  • Provide oversight, direction, management, QA/QC, and ongoing open communication to staff and subconsultants
  • Assist clients with administration of NEPA processes
  • Attend and participate in public meetings and hearings
  • Manage project schedules, budgets and project administrative efforts
  • Work with others to develop and expand the environmental team at GSG including mentorship of staff
  • Lead or participate in the preparation of proposals or proposal sections that require NEPA compliance scope and budget

Qualifications:

  • At least 8 years of NEPA compliance experience
  • Expert in NEPA
  • Experience in managing other staff and team members
  • Experience with public presentations and public hearings
  • Project or task management experience
  • BS/BA in Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Environmental Sciences/Studies or allied disciplines, masters & AICP preferable
  • Environmental Lead for two or more highway, airport, transit, and other transportation-related EAs or EISs in the last ten years
  • Experience with FTA, FRA, FAA, FHWA, USACE, and other federal agencies is desired.

Manager, Capital Projects - Ventura County, CA

Program Manager-Capital Projects
Ventura County Transportation Commission
Ventura, CA

Salary: $70,132 - $104,069

Ventura County Transportation Commission seeks a Program Manager – Capital Projects, to plan and manage Capital Improvement engineering functions. Incumbent plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages roadway and highway improvement projects; manages the design and construction of Agency projects; performs a variety of transportation-related engineering tasks, which may include supervision of professional staff and engineering consultants, coordination with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans); and does related work as required. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in formulating, managing, and controlling engineering and project management functions and in strategic planning.

Typical and Important Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Plans, prioritizes, directs, and supervises the work of staff, project teams or consultants engaged in a variety of roadway/highway construction projects from early planning stages through final construction and acceptance; performs administrative work in the preparation and control of project budgets and funding recommendations; administers project development contracts including approving contractor and consultant pay requests;
  • Conducts consultant selection processes, bid process for engineering services, environmental studies and related work;
  • Coordinates activities with the State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and other regulatory agencies;
  • Monitors and tracks financial aspects of roadway/highway construction projects, including administration of state and federal grants; prepares reports and makes recommendations to agency management; assists in the acquisition of land, easements, and rights of way; meets with California Department of transportation (Caltrans), contractors, consultants, groups and citizens; recommends and assists management in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; establishes schedules and methods for completing assignments; identifies resource needs and reviews needs with management staff; allocates resources accordingly;
  • Oversees federal and/or State environmental requirements (NEPA/CEQA);
  • Provides responsible technical and administrative support for transportation-related engineering issues.
  • Monitors, prepares, maintains, and submits, as appropriate, a variety of forms, claims, and reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
  • Represents the Agency in meetings with other governmental agencies; makes presentations before commissions, boards, professional organizations, business organizations, community organizations, and the general public.
  • Prepares comprehensive reports, correspondence and presentations.
  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Five years of progressively more responsible professional-level transportation-related engineering experience, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity.

Training: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in civil engineering, business administration, public administration, social services, political science, public policy, environmental studies, transportation or urban planning, or a related field. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required.

Knowledge of:
  • Standard design and construction standards and practices for highway, rail, and building projects.
  • Standard construction specifications for public works projects.
  • Civil engineering design practices.
  • Public works construction practices.
  • Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including the public contract code and application of the California Public Utilities Commission regulations.
  • Federal and State environmental regulations, NEPA/CEQA.
  • Report preparation and record keeping techniques.
  • Governmental procurement and contracts management requirements.
  • Modern administrative and management principles, procedures, and techniques.
  • Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
  • Accounting principles and practices.
  • Budget preparation and management.
  • Organization and function of local, state, and federal public agencies as they relate to transportation issues.
  • Meeting noticing and agenda setting requirements for public meetings.
  • Financial, analytical, statistical, and mathematical methods and procedures.
  • Records management principles and practices.
  • Public record acts and Roberts Rules of Order for legislative bodies.

Ability To:
  • Manage large and complex engineering projects.
  • Plan, organize, and supervise the work of staff and consultants.
  • Ensure project compliance with appropriate federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations.
  • Analyze difficult problems, develop a positive course of action, and follow through on its implementation.
  • Demonstrate sound professional judgment, reason logically, and think creatively.
  • Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions.
  • Prepare detailed reports, plans, and specifications, policies, procedures, correspondence, and complete reliable studies and research as needed.
  • Make effective public presentations.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
  • Represent the Agency effectively in contacts with elected and other officials, representatives of other agencies, and the public, occasionally in situations where relations may be difficult or strained.
  • Organize own work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
  • Work in a safe manner modeling correct Agency safety practices and procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
  • Use initiative, discretion, and sound independent judgment within policy and procedural guidelines.
Skill In:
Using a personal computer and associated applications, such as transportation-related and engineering applications.

Licenses and Certificates:
  • All licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • A valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
  • A valid appropriate California driver’s license may be required.
  • Maintain a satisfactory driving record.

How to Apply

To apply for this excellent opportunity, candidates must apply online and submit a cover letter and resume through CalOpps by 5:00pm PST on Friday, February 19, 2016. Candidates can access the CalOpps online applicaton at https://www.calopps.org/profile_agency.cfm?id=74. There will be an opportunity to cut and paste, or attach your resume and cover letter during the application process. For more information about VCTC, visit http://www.goventura.org/.

Only those candidates that submit a VCTC application, cover letter, and resume will be reviewed. Cover letters should address experience and qualifications, your career goals, as well as your specific interest in the transit field and this specific position. After the final filing date, applications, cover letters and resumes will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

About VCTC

The Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) is a regional transportation planning agency committed to keeping Ventura County moving! If you drive, take transit, bike or walk in Ventura County, chances are, the VCTC has helped you do it. By working in close partnership with each of the cities and the County, the VCTC is ever mindful of maintaining the character of Ventura County while prioritizing transportation investments.

HOW TO APPLY
https://www.calopps.org/profile_agency.cfm?id=74

Posted01/29/2016

Websitehttp://www.goventura.org






Environmental/NEPA Planner - Chicago, IL

Senior Environmental/ NEPA Planner
GSG Consultants, Inc. 
Chicago, IL

GSG Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental / NEPA Planner to join our Chicago office. The Senior Environmental Planner will be responsible for the leadership, coordination and development of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage and participate in the preparation of CATEX, EIS, EA, and similar environmental review documentation
  • Provide oversight, direction, management, QA/QC, and ongoing open communication to staff and subconsultants
  • Assist clients with administration of NEPA processes
  • Attend and participate in public meetings and hearings
  • Manage project schedules, budgets and project administrative efforts
  • Work with others to develop and expand the environmental team at GSG including mentorship of staff
  • Lead or participate in the preparation of proposals or proposal sections that require NEPA compliance scope and budget
Qualifications:
  • At least 8 years of NEPA compliance experience
  • Expert in NEPA
  • Experience in managing other staff and team members
  • Experience with public presentations and public hearings
  • Project or task management experience
  • BS/BA in Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Environmental Sciences/Studies or allied disciplines, masters & AICP preferable
  • Environmental Lead for two or more highway, airport, transit, and other transportation-related EAs or EISs in the last ten years
  • Experience with FTA, FRA, FAA, FHWA, USACE, and other federal agencies is desired.

Program Manager - Transportation - Chicago, IL

Deputy Program Manager
AECOM
Chicago, IL

The Transportation Division of AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Deputy Program Manager for immediate employment in the Chicago, IL office. The Deputy Program Manager for Planning will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of all projects, studies, initiatives and deliverables assigned to the Planning group.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Coordinate, advise and oversee the development, review and approval of conceptual designs and project master plans 
  • Manage the estimating department to develop conceptual estimates in support of the project master plans 
  • Collaborate with counterparts in Project Controls, Design Oversight and Construction oversight to ensure those respective inputs are accounted for in the conceptual scope, schedule, budget and logistics 
  • Facilitate a full transition for projects entering into the Design phase from Planning 
  • Assist the CTA Chief of Construction Financials and the Capital Development Department in developing and updating capital budget projections 
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree 
  • Minimum 10+ years of demonstrated experience in the conceptual development and definition of mass transit capital projects that includes rail facilities, bus facilities, maintenance facilities, right of way improvements, track and structure improvements, and station design 
  • Experience in the development of a strategic approach for improving existing facilities to a state of good repair and the development of the corresponding schedule and funding requirements 
  • Familiarity with federal, state and local funding opportunities and requirements 
  • Familiarity with federal, state and local environmental and historic restrictions as they pertain to the development of transit capital projects. Familiarity with the federal NEPA process 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a team of architects, engineers, urban planners and systems specialists 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating with the client, coworkers, designers, and contractors 
  • Demonstrated ability to author reports, memos, letters, white papers, scopes for procurement, and other program management related documents 

Preferred Qualifications
Experience, at the program management level, working with major transit agencies to define the overall capital program, the project goals within the program and capital budgeting to fund the program

What We Offer

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Energy and Minerals Division Manager - County of Santa Barbara, CA

Energy and Minerals Division Manager

County of Santa Barbara
Professional Area: 
Environmental and Natural Resources Planning
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki

Phone: 
408-399-4424 or 408-234-2025
Email: 
jobs@averyassoc.net
Location: 
Santa BarbaraCA




The County of Santa Barbara offers a paradise-like setting for tourists, vacationers, and more than 429,000 residents.  The County boasts strong economic bases in both technology and agriculture, including an expanding vineyard industry.  With more than 122 miles of scenic coastline, beautiful valleys, and rugged peaks cresting to 6,800 feet, Santa Barbara County spans a spectacular 2,774 square miles. With its spectacular natural setting and historic commitment to planning, Santa Barbara County has evolved into one of the most desirable places in the world.

The Energy and Minerals Division Manager will work as part of a management team with four other division managers and reports to the Assistant Director of Planning and Development.  Santa Barbara County is seeking a business professional that possesses a complement of skills including leadership, planning expertise, management, drive, and customer-focus to head the Division. This position leads a staff of seven and administers a $600,000 mitigation program. The Manager will work with industry officials, elected officials, community members, various commissions, boards, special interest groups, associations, multiple community plans, and many responsible and interested Federal, State and local agency representatives.  He/she will successfully execute a vision to build a division culture that is trusted by the community, where credibility is established though open communication and transparency in an environment of stringent regulations and intense politics.
The selected candidate will have at least two years of broad and extensive California planning experience as a supervisor, Energy Specialist or equivalent in a local agency with a strong understanding of CEQA/NEPA.  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met by having a Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.  The salary range for this position is $88,000-$130,800 annually, DOQ.  To be considered, please submit (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, salary history and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references to Bill Avery by December 18, 2015. A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net.
Bill Avery or Cris PiaseckiAvery Associates3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite ALos Gatos, CA 95030E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net

Energy and Minerals Division Manager - County of Santa Barbara, CA

Energy and Minerals Division Manager 

County of Santa Barbara
Professional Area: 
Environmental and Natural Resources Planning
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki

Phone: 
408-399-4424 or 408-234-2025
Email: 
jobs@averyassoc.net
Location: 
Santa BarbaraCA




The Energy and Minerals Division Manager will work as part of a management team with four other division managers and reports to the Assistant Director of Planning and Development.  Santa Barbara County is seeking a business professional that possesses a complement of skills including leadership, planning expertise, management, drive, and customer-focus to head the Division. This position leads a staff of seven and administers a $600,000 mitigation program. The Manager will work with industry officials, elected officials, community members, various commissions, boards, special interest groups, associations, multiple community plans, and many responsible and interested Federal, State and local agency representatives.  He/she will successfully execute a vision to build a division culture that is trusted by the community, where credibility is established though open communication and transparency in an environment of stringent regulations and intense politics.
The selected candidate will have at least two years of broad and extensive California planning experience as a supervisor, Energy Specialist or equivalent in a local agency with a strong understanding of CEQA/NEPA.  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met by having a Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.  The salary range for this position is $88,000-$130,800 annually, DOQ.  To be considered, please submit (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, salary history and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references to Bill Avery by December 18, 2015. A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net.
Bill Avery or Cris PiaseckiAvery Associates3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite ALos Gatos, CA 95030E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net

Environmental Planner, LSA Associates, Inc. - Rocklin, CA

Environmental Planner

LSA Associates, Inc.
Professional Area: 
Environmental and Natural Resources Planning
Experience: 
3-5 years
Email: 
employment@lsa-assoc.com
Location: 
RocklinCA


LSA Associates, Inc. (LSA) is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning organization that is recognized as an innovator in the field of environmental impact assessment. LSA has developed a reputation among clients and professional peers in both the public and private sectors for being thorough, innovative, and objective.
LSA’s Rocklin office is seeking an Environmental Planner. The ideal candidate will have between 3 to 5 years of professional experience with an emphasis on environmental planning for public- and private-sector projects. Direct experience with preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents is preferred, and experience working with Caltrans on roadway or bridge projects is a plus. The Environmental Planner will provide support to Project Managers throughout all aspects of environmental review and will be responsible for writing the non-technical sections of EIRs, IS/MNDs, and other similar documents. Candidates require experience writing environmental review documents and conducting environmental analysis. The position will also include assistance with proposal preparation.
A bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, regional planning, or a related field is required. Strong emphasis will be placed on previous technical experience, quality of work, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and schedules. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Opportunities for advancement are open for highly motivated and capable candidates.
LSA offers competitive pay; medical, dental, vision, LTD, long-term care, group life/AD&D insurance plans; vacation, sick, and holiday pay; an Employee Stock Ownership Plan; and a Profit Sharing and Savings Plan (with 401k and company match).
LSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
Please send a letter of interest and resume to: employment@lsa-assoc.com

Environmental Analyst/Specialist/Planner, North State Resources, Inc. - Sacramento, CA

Environmental Analyst/Specialist/Planner

North State Resources, Inc.
Professional Area: 
Environmental and Natural Resources Planning
Experience: 
5-7 years
Fax: 
(530) 222-4958
Email: 
employment@nsrnet.com
Location: 
SacramentoCA
North State Resources, Inc. (NSR) is seeking an experienced environmental analyst to join our growing Sacramento office, located in a vibrant midtown setting.  This position can be filled at the Environmental Analyst II or Environmental Analyst III level and will have opportunity for continued advancement, including project manager responsibilities.  We are looking for motivated, career-oriented people to complement and grow our established practice in the Sacramento area, Sierra Nevada, and central California.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in environmental sciences, planning, or a related field
  • At least three (3) years of directly applicable experience preparing environmental documentation
  • Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of CEQA and/or NEPA
  • Familiarity with other environmental statutes and regulations (e.g., federal and state Endangered Species Acts, Clean Water Act, Fish and Game Code, National Historic Preservation Act)
  • Detailed oriented
  • Excellent written, logic, organization, presentation, and analytical skills
Additional beneficial qualifications include the following:
  • Experience working on federal, state, local, and/or private projects throughout California
  • Diverse project experience, such as for transportation, energy generation and transmission, water resources, and infrastructure projects
  • Knowledge of various local, state, and federal agencies’ environmental review processes (e.g., CDFW, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Western Area Power Administration, State Water Resources Control Board – State Revolving Fund)
  • Previous experience with public involvement/outreach and meetings
  • Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., Association of Environmental Professionals)
  • Existing relationships with, or willingness to establish relationships with, regulatory agency staff and/or other environmental professionals
  • Knowledge or experience with GIS and other analytical tools

Visit us on the web at www.nsrnet.com to learn more.