Environmental Planner (Scientist Level)

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Environmental Planner (Scientist Level) to join our expanding team in Colombia. The team provides environmental services on a wide range of projects, either as standalone commissions or as part of multidisciplinary major projects. You will support public and private sector clients and may also contribute to transportation, water, and energy projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced environmental planner to lead environmental clearance and compliance efforts while working on diverse and meaningful projects.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Lead environmental planning and compliance efforts.
• Prepare environmental documents under CEQA and NEPA.
• Manage multiple projects and task orders, including schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate project teams, subcontractors, and technical specialists.
• Prepare presentations for US-based teams to use in client and agency meetings; participate as needed.
• Support proposals, business development activities, and staff mentoring.
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures, document templates, and version control.
• Assist with document control in SharePoint and related collaboration systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS +4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Written and spoken English proficiency; able to produce client-ready deliverables and participate in meetings with US-based teams.
• Experience preparing CEQA and/or NEPA documents.
• Experience managing projects or task orders and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of SharePoint and collaboration tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS +6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Master’s degree and/or progress toward AICP or similar credentials.
• Experience leading environmental clearance and compliance for public and private sector clients.
• Experience coordinating with US federal/state agencies (e.g., USACE, FHWA/FTA, USFWS) and local jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated success supporting proposals and business development, including scope and level-of-effort development.
• Familiarity with environmental justice analyses, climate resilience/adaptation considerations, and cumulative impacts.
• Working knowledge of GIS (e.g., ArcGIS or QGIS)

Additional Information

• Interested candidates must submit a resume and a portfolio demonstrating relevant acoustic, vibration, Data Center, industrial, infrastructure, or building-engineering projects.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Colombia work authorisation is not available for this position, now or in the future

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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.