Description
Michael Baker International’s civil engineering professionals manage and staff active projects in over 40 countries across five continents. Services are provided for a broad range of projects and capabilities, including highways, airports, bridges, rail and transit systems, government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, oil and gas infrastructure, and commercial/urban development. Our expertise spans all areas of civil engineering and includes a wide variety of specialty disciplines such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development, and mining.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker is seeking a Full-Time Environmental Planner/Project Manager specializing in environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing projects with public agencies in Southern California, particularly in Los Angeles. Experience in preparing environmental documentation for various types of projects is essential. This role involves managing all aspects of environmental review and documentation, as well as team coordination.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, Ecology, or a related field (required).
- 7+ years of experience preferred (candidates with less experience but strong credentials will be considered).
- Strong understanding of the Los Angeles area; existing relationships with agencies or key clients are preferred.
- Ability to build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders (required).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams (required).
- Commitment to producing high-quality work and the ability to quickly learn company policies, procedures, and relevant software (required).
- Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (required).
- Ability to work remotely and attend in-person meetings at Michael Baker’s Los Angeles or Long Beach offices (required).
- Ability to travel locally (primarily within Los Angeles County) for client meetings, staffing support, community outreach, stakeholder meetings, and public hearings (required).
- Experience in business development, including proposal preparation, scopes of work, and cost estimates, is preferred but not required.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position $97,593.60 – $153.732.80 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
ABOUT US
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.