Environmental Planner V

Job Summary AECOM's Environment team is actively seeking an Environmental Planner with experience with delivering infrastructure projects involving environmental assessments both federally and provincially. Experience is required in developing and executing engagement and consultation programs, coordinating environmental specialists, as well as identifying and assessing environmental features, constraints, alternatives, potential effects, mitigation measures and avoidance opportunities. The candidate must be skilled at providing advice regarding environmental aspects, applicable legislation and guidelines, and policies, as well as documenting the project process. We are seeking highly motivated and accountable candidates that work collaboratively with other team members and are effective communicators. Project management experience, organizational skills and an ability to work well on multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment are essential qualities. As part of our team, the successful applicant will lead projects, environmental management work and deliverables throughout a project life cycle, including: • Leading projects/disciplines and working with Project Managers in executing Federal IAs and municipal and provincial EAs (planning, preliminary design and detail design) as well as other approval and permitting activities for infrastructure projects. • Liaising with clients by phone, email, writing and in-person. • Liaising with local, provincial, and Federal agencies regarding permits and approvals. • Collaborating with technical and professional staff across the company in completing assignments. • Coordinating, preparing for, attending, and documenting project meetings. • Coordinating and managing environmental specialists (i.e., fisheries, terrestrial, noise, air, archaeology, etc.) and planning support staff. • Being familiar with Fisheries Act, Endangered Species Act, Navigation Protection Act, Environmental Protection Act, and other relevant legislation. • Researching, conceptualizing, planning, and writing drafts of reports related to planning, design and permitting. • Project management including initiation, planning, execution and closing. • Supporting business development efforts, including proposal writing • Participating and contributing to AECOM’s Technical Practice Groups. Chez AECOM, nous offrons un monde meilleur. Nous estimons que l’infrastructure crée des occasions pour tous. Que ce soit pour améliorer votre trajet matinal, éclairer les foyers, rendre l’eau potable accessible ou transformer le paysage urbain, notre travail aide les gens et les collectivités à prospérer. Nos clients nous font confiance pour consacrer les meilleures personnes, idées, expertises techniques et solutions numériques à notre travail dans les secteurs du transport, du bâtiment, de l’eau, de l’environnement et des nouvelles énergies. Au sein d’une même équipe mondiale, nous sommes 47 000 à poursuivre ensemble l’objectif d’offrir un monde meilleur. Minimum Requirements • 8+ years of experience. • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management/Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Urban and Regional Planning or related field. • Experience with the Impact Assessment Act, Environmental Assessment, and other legislation related to the position (e.g., Fisheries Act, Endangered Species Act, Navigation Protection Act, Environmental Protection Act and their regulations). Preferred Qualifications • Excellent communication skills with proven success in engaging design managers, discipline leads and contractors and negotiating with regulatory agencies to secure project approvals. What we offer We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.