Environmental Planner

Kimley-Horn • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Fort Worth office is seeking a Environmental Planner to join our Power Delivery team!

Requirements

• Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Environmentlal Planning (or other degree applicable to the planning field)
• 10+ years of experience conducting environmental studies for local agencies and private entities
• Experience with a wide range of tasks related to environmental planning
• Understanding of the agencies involved with the Environmental Quality Act process as well as the state's Land Planning Law
• Strong writing/verbal skills
• Working knowledge of GIS/ArcView
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NEPA compliance is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare Environmental Quality Act documents, environmental impact reports, and negative and mitigated negative declarations
• Secures permits, ensures compliance and manages ecological risks for transmission lines and substations.
• Conducts route analysis for new transmission lines and selecting sites for substations to minimize environmental impact.
• Perform a variety of tasks, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members.
• Environmental clearance associated with local comprehensive plans/local land use planning
• Develops EMPs (Environmental Management Plans) to manage land disruption, noise, erosion, and vegetation management during construction.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees