Senior Environmental Planner

Braun Intertec Corporation•Atlanta, GA

4d•$88,000 - $131,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Edwards-Pitman Environmental, Inc. (EPEI) has an immediate need for a part-time Senior Environmental Planner to join our NEPA Project Group in our Atlanta, Georgia, office. The part-time position (24 hours per week) would be a hybrid in-office and working from home, as determined with the Group Manager and with required attendance at in-person project meetings. The successful candidate for this position would work primarily on preparation of environmental documentation, client coordination, public involvement, and project management for transportation projects. This position may be integrated into a support services role with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Office of Environmental Services NEPA Section.

Requirements

A Bachelors/Master’s Degree in Urban or Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
15+ years of experience with NEPA requirements and document preparation.
Preparation of NEPA documentation for Federal Highway Administration or other federal transportation agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration and Federal Transit Administration.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.
Candidate must have excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
Candidate must be flexible, organized, and able to work within a fast-paced team environment and be able to collaborate with experts in other disciplines to deliver projects.

Nice To Haves

AICP or CEP certification preferred but not required.
Experience with State Departments of Transportation, particularly the GDOT Plan Development Process (PDP), is a plus.
Knowledge of Bluebeam, AdobePro, AI/ChatGPT, and Canva applications in the discipline is a plus.

Responsibilities

Researching and evaluating environmental data pertaining to the cultural, social, natural, and physical environments and resources.
Preparing NEPA and planning documents, including Need and Purpose Statements, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements. These documents may also include Public Involvement Plans and materials, Mitigation Plans, and Scoping documents.
Ensuring that NEPA documentation conforms to current applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Coordination with sub-consultants, government agencies, primary clients, and the public.
Developing and maintaining schedules and budgets, including changing priorities as clients require.
Consulting with clients to advise and develop strategies to navigate environmental documentation and permitting processes.
Mentor, coach, and support team members while fostering a positive and high-performing work environment.
Collaborate with business development and operational leadership to identify and pursue new business opportunities.