Environmental Planner (Mid-Level)

Shannon & Wilson Inc; East Hampshire; On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planner to join their team. This role involves managing complex projects, preparing environmental policy documents, and engaging with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental planning, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, and a strong understanding of SEPA and NEPA regulations. Join a company committed to improving communities and preserving the environment while working in a collaborative, innovative environment that values employee ownership and professional development.

Benefits

Employee ownership

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Paid volunteer day

Free parking

Qualifications

• 7-14 years of experience in environmental planning.
• Experience with SEPA and NEPA documentation.
• Strong writing and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project aspects including proposals and client communications.
• Collect data for SEPA and NEPA documentation.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental Planning

Project Management

Technical Writing

Public Engagement

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning

Master's degree in related field

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

Description

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure and capital improvement projects.

We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.

We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planner to join Shannon & Wilson in our Seattle headquarters. Candidates should be experienced working in multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex projects in the Pacific Northwest. The candidate will have a deep understanding of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and experience preparing environmental policy and planning documents for local, state, and federal agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of projects, including preparing proposals and fee estimates; maintaining client communications; providing clear and concise technical writing; implementing Shannon & Wilson's quality control procedures; and managing project scope and budget.
• Collect and research data necessary to develop SEPA and NEPA documentation, including Categorical Exclusions (CEs), SEPA Checklists, Environmental Assessments (EAs), and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs).
• Manage large-scale EIS and EA documents with multiple subconsultants.
• Engage directly with clients, teaming partners, and stakeholders as appropriate.
• Attend client and company-sponsored meetings, events, and training, as necessary.
• The candidate will play an active role in business development, client stewardship, and identify opportunities for strategic growth.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson's Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree or above in planning, ecology, natural resource economics, geography or another related field is preferred.
• 7 - 14 years of experience in the Puget Sound region in the technical areas noted above.
• Experience working as an environmental planner, land use planner, or similar in the Pacific Northwest region.
• Experience developing and/or facilitating meaningful public engagement and scoping.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or other relevant certification desirable.
• Understanding and experience working with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) desirable.
• Experience with visual analysis and noise monitoring is desirable.
• Experience working with demographic data, preparing Equity Worksheets, and performing equity, social, and environmental justice analyses is desirable.
• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS to create, import/export, and managing spatial data desirable.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 30+ pounds.
• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, an Entry-Level Environmental Planner typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Senior Professional I, II, III level.

Compensation:

Senior Professional: $90,000 - $110,000

Senior Professional II: $110,000 - $125,000

Senior Professional III: $120,000 - $135,000

Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:

• Employee ownership
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid volunteer day
• Free parking
  

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.