Junior Environmental Planner – NEPA & GIS (Hybrid)

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Job summary

GFT seeks an Entry Level Environmental Planner to join our Mechanicsburg, PA team, focusing on NEPA documentation and environmental reviews for transportation and public-sector projects. This role follows a hybrid model with required onsite presence.

December 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply; a Bachelor’s in a related field and up to 3 years of experience are desired. Candidate should enjoy team collaboration and field data collection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, Geography, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, Public Planning, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of professional experience in environmental planning, environmental compliance, transportation planning, GIS, natural resources, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in environmental planning and environmental compliance through prior internships, applied academic projects, or work experiences.
• Familiarity with the NEPA process through coursework, internships, academic projects, or professional experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple assignments.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites, client offices, and other locations which may include out-of-town or overnight travel.
• Must be able to physically work outdoors in all seasons including being capable of lifting 30 pounds and traversing steep slopes and rough terrain.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of NEPA documentation, environmental assessments, technical reports, and related project deliverables.
• Supporting environmental reviews for transportation, infrastructure, and community development projects.
• Conducting environmental research and regulatory reviews to identify project requirements, constraints, and opportunities.
• Assisting with the preparation of documentation associated with Categorical Exclusions (CE), Environmental Assessments (EA), and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
• Supporting environmental permitting and agency coordination efforts.
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing environmental and GIS-related data.
• Developing maps, exhibits, figures, and spatial analyses using GIS software.
• Assisting with field reviews, environmental inventories, and site reconnaissance activities as needed.
• Preparing technical memoranda, reports, presentations, and other planning documents.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams of planners, engineers, scientists, and regulatory specialists.
• Supporting project managers with project documentation, deliverables, schedules, and client communications.
• Participating in professional development opportunities and technical training programs.

Skills

GIS software experience

MS Office proficiency

Technical writing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

GFT seeks an Entry Level Environmental Planner to join our Mechanicsburg, PA team, focusing on NEPA documentation and environmental reviews for transportation and public-sector projects. This role follows a hybrid model with required onsite presence.

December 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply; a Bachelor’s in a related field and up to 3 years of experience are desired. Candidate should enjoy team collaboration and field data collection.