Hybrid Environmental Planner – Transmission Focus

AECOM; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in the Midwest offers a hybrid role as a Mid-level Environmental Planner focused on transmission projects. You will lead environmental planning and permitting activities, prepare NEPA documents, and coordinate with state utilities and commissions.

The position emphasizes client relationship building, project leadership, and cross-team collaboration across energy projects, grid modernization, and renewable developments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental planning, environmental science, geography, natural resources, engineering or related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience in electric transmission and renewable energy permitting or equivalent.
• Ability to travel domestically.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support environmental planning and permitting efforts for energy infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate filings with state utility regulatory agencies and public service commissions.
• Prepare technical studies and NEPA documentation.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, invoicing, and client coordination.
• Mentor junior staff and support business development.

Skills

Environmental planning

Project management

Client relationship

NEPA documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental planning or related field

Tools

Regulatory filings

Job description

AECOM in the Midwest offers a hybrid role as a Mid-level Environmental Planner focused on transmission projects. You will lead environmental planning and permitting activities, prepare NEPA documents, and coordinate with state utilities and commissions.

The position emphasizes client relationship building, project leadership, and cross-team collaboration across energy projects, grid modernization, and renewable developments.