Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager - Land Use/Development Focus

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AECOM is growing in northern California and seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager - Land Use/Development Focus to join our Environmental Permitting and Planning (EPP) team. The successful candidate would join our diverse team to engage with our expanding pool of public and private sector clients, manage contracts and task orders for large environmental planning programs, and coordinate with our team and subcontractors to complete environmental compliance processes and documentation.  The candidate will primarily lead environmental clearance and compliance work on land use and development projects, on behalf of lead agency clients, but may also work on infrastructure projects in the transportation, water, and energy sectors. Depending on the project assignment, the candidate could serve as a project manager, deputy project manager, task manager, or technical specialist. Technical responsibilities of this position would include providing guidance and management of CEQA and permitting efforts, providing planning assistance to design teams for project development, and interacting with agencies and the public. Work will include collaboration with senior project managers and task leaders; client staff; and representatives from cities, counties, and local, regional, state, and federal agencies. The selected candidate will also function as a mentor to staff and manage client relationships.

This hybrid role can be based out of AECOM's Oakland, San Francisco, or San Jose offices.

AECOM is seeking candidates with a demonstrated ability to manage contracts and task orders for environmental planning and compliance projects and programs, successfully interface with clients, apply sound business development strategies, and prepare proposals and deliverables that respond to our clients’ needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead environmental planning and compliance work and support the development of environmental documents and studies in compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.
• Manage contracts involving multiple task orders. Oversee contract administration and compliance, task order scope and budget development, staffing including subcontractor coordination, communication of contract policy and practice to internal teams, financial performance, adherence to quality protocols, and client satisfaction.
• Manage projects including authority and accountability for scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables. Manage subconsultants and technical staff.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop work programs designed to provide innovative and progressive project solutions.
• Prepare effective technical and cost proposals and take an active role in the development of new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.
• Providing leadership in mentoring personnel, including reviewing their work for accuracy and clarity and providing constructive feedback on project tasks.

About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it.  We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental planning or related field.
• 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in lead environmental clearance and compliance work on land use and development projects and and impact assessment (analytical/technical writing) for CEQA and/or NEPA.

Preferred Qualifications:              

• 15+ years of experience in environmental planning, including facility siting, permitting, community engagement, and impact assessment (analytical/technical writing) for CEQA and/or NEPA or similar requirements.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence and project management experience in the area of technical report writing related to CEQA/NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (federal, state, local) permitting documents.
• Experience managing environmental compliance projects or programs, requiring coordination of interdisciplinary teams, management of budget(s), and meeting schedule(s).
• Experience leading task order-based on-call interdisciplinary services contracts for state or local agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to effectively manage projects and interact with teams of staff, subconsultants, and clients; successful candidate will have the ability to write concise technical documents; to multi-task effectively to accommodate working on various simultaneous and diverse projects; and to follow through to completion all assigned and delegated tasks.
• Experience in environmental compliance, permitting, and agency consultations.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing and overseeing the environmental planning and permitting. efforts associated with land use and development projects, preferably in northern California.
• Experience with moderate to major development projects on the rural/urban fringe and familiarity with Senate Bill 330 (Builders Remedy).
• Experience in marketing and business development efforts in pursuit of new projects.
• Prior consulting experience is highly desired.

• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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