Staff Environmental Planner | Planning and GIS

H2M • Melville, NY

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About The Position

A Staff Environmental Planner at H2M architects + engineers works alongside GIS specialists and planners to support environmental planning, permitting, and GIS projects. The Planning & GIS team provides data-driven solutions integrating land use strategy, environmental review, and geospatial analysis to support planning, design, and decision-making. Its work includes comprehensive plans, zoning initiatives, SEQRA documentation, GIS data development, mapping, asset management, and spatial analysis.

The role supports public- and private-sector projects through environmental review documentation, planning studies, permit applications, technical analysis, and coordination. It involves research and evaluation of planning and regulatory information, preparation of written and visual project materials, and assistance with project administration. The position requires some travel to project sites, client locations, and other H2M offices, potentially using a personal vehicle. It is an exempt, salaried role that may occasionally require flexibility outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays. The annual salary range is $61,000 to $65,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, GIS, Planning, Political Science, Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in environmental planning, land use planning, permitting, environmental review, or a related field.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and project team members.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while maintaining accuracy and meeting project deadlines.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify solutions and support project advancement.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute ideas professionally and constructively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to support project managers with project scheduling, budgeting, coordination, and delivery of multidisciplinary planning and environmental projects.
• Some travel is required; business travel may involve project sites, client locations, and other H2M offices and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• Occasional flexibility outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays, may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing professional planning credentials, including AICP certification.
• Certification or experience in tidal and/or freshwater wetlands delineation.
• Familiarity with environmental review and permitting processes, including SEQRA, NEPA, and CEQR.
• Knowledge of one or more environmental planning disciplines, such as natural resources, wetlands, land use planning, transportation, infrastructure, or permitting.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro or other GIS applications.
• Experience conducting field investigations, environmental assessments, or natural resource inventories.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of environmental review documents, planning studies, permit applications, technical memoranda, and reports for public- and private-sector clients.
• Assist with coordination and execution of projects subject to SEQRA, NEPA, CEQR, and local land use approval processes.
• Conduct research and analysis related to land use, zoning, environmental regulations, demographics, community planning, transportation, and natural resources.
• Compile, organize, and evaluate environmental, planning, and regulatory data from federal, state, and local sources.
• Assist in preparing environmental assessment forms (EAFs), environmental impact statements (EISs), permit applications, and supporting documentation.
• Support preparation of planning and permitting documents.
• Perform technical writing and environmental analysis, including preparing maps, exhibits, graphics, and presentations.
• Assist project managers with project scheduling, budget tracking, task coordination, and document management.
• Participate in client meetings, agency consultations, public information meetings, and public hearings.
• Prepare meeting summaries, technical correspondence, and project communications for clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Track project deliverables, agency reviews, permit requirements, and project milestones to help ensure timely project completion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level