Environmental Planner II — NEPA for Transportation (Hybrid)

McCormick Taylor

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

McCormick Taylor, based in Pennsylvania, seeks an Environmental Planner II to support NEPA studies for transportation projects. Eligible locations include Harrisburg or Pittsburgh, with a hybrid remote/office setup.

Ideal candidates will handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and contribute to public involvement, field work, and environmental documentation while ensuring compliance with NEPA and related environmental laws.

Qualifications

4-7 years of experience in NEPA documentation for transportation projects and knowledge of NEPA umbrella environmental laws (Section 4(f), 106, 6(f), Endangered Species Act)
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, planning, policy, or related field
Experience with PennDOT projects and the CE Expert System; PA Turnpike experience is a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional document writing and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
Must possess a valid driver’s license to travel to project locations and meetings

Responsibilities

Work with senior NEPA specialists and an interdisciplinary team to complete environmental studies for transportation projects for PennDOT and the PA Turnpike Commission
Assist with environmental studies and draft environmental documentation for NEPA, Section 4(f), and other requirements
Support public involvement activities
Conduct background environmental research for project scoping documents and proposals
Assist with environmental field work as needed