Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Transportation Planner to be based in our Los Angeles, CA Office.

** JOB SUMMARY:**

Responsible for the study and analysis different modes of transportation and environmental analyses which enables the development of transportation infrastructures and/or economic development. Provides recommendations to improve existing facilities and proposes and develops plans to add to capacity or to improve efficiency. Understands local/regional transportation planning processes and policies. May work on transport improvement plans, public transportation planning, bicycle and pedestrian planning and implementation. Supports efforts such as comprehensive planning, neighborhood planning, public involvement and outreach activities, project development, air quality, travel demand forecasting and innovation to reduce congestion, pollution or the impact of vehicles in cities.

** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**

• Conducts transportation and environmental planning on major transportation infrastructure projects.
• Serve as subject matter expert on a variety of environmental resource topics, including leading and directing staff to perform analysis and prepare documentation.
• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities.
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed planning products.
• Staff advisor and consultant as to a technical specialty, a type of facility, industry, equipment or program function.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Oversees specialized planning functions, such as large-scale environmental studies.
• Provides overall management of IE-related planning issues.
• Advises the Planning Director on all planning-related matters.
• Advises various councils, boards, commissions and elected officials in planning related issues
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities.
• Prepares reports on operations and activities, recommending improvements and modifications.

Qualifications

** MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**

• BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

_ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:_

• Masters in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and managing CEQA/NEPA Environmental Clearance Documentation for Transit Infrastructure Projects.
• Technical experience with Southern California Transportation Agencies.
• Business Development experience, such as preparing proposals and or relationships with clients

Additional Information

• Light travel may be required for this position.
• Sponsorship is available for this position
• Relocation is available for this position.
• Offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $71,000 - $129,000.
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have 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.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.