Port Planner - Long Beach

Hatch Ltd.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm in California is seeking a Port Planner to oversee multidisciplinary teams and develop long-range port master plans. With at least 5 years of experience in transportation planning and a Master's degree in a related field, candidates will manage diverse projects, prepare technical reports, and build client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of $125,000 - $145,000, promoting an inclusive and innovative workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in land use or transportation planning.
• Proven ability to execute and collaborate across multiple projects.
• Basic familiarity with marine facilities and US freight transportation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engagement Manager or Lead Planner on various projects.
• Conduct road, rail, and marine operations planning.
• Prepare and review reports and technical memoranda.

Skills

Transportation planning

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Masters degree in transportation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

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Port Planner - Long Beach

Date: Mar 4, 2026

Location: Long Beach, CA, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 98461

Job Category: Infrastructure

Location: Long Beach, CA, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Join our Ports & Terminals Group to support planning initiatives for major container terminals, bulk and break-bulk facilities, offshore wind support facilities, cruise terminals, and other port assets. You will lead and support multidisciplinary teams in developing long-range port master plans, facility plans, terminal expansion/optimization strategies, capacity analyses, and operations plans for port authorities, terminal operators, and stevedores. This role involves close collaboration with transportation planning professionals and participation across multiple project teams.

As an employee with Hatch, you will work alongside industry experts, contribute to high-impact client projects, and grow within an organization committed to innovation, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engagement Manager, Deputy Engagement Manager, or Lead Planner on a variety of projects, overseeing workstreams, deliverables, budgets, client interactions, and issue resolution within Hatch’s project governance framework.
• Apply sound planning principles to deliver efficient and cost-effective, solutions in complex, multivariable, and multidisciplinary environments.
• Conduct road, rail, and marine operations and infrastructure planning efforts in alignment with established standards, quality objectives, and client needs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret planning and operational data to support project objectives.
• Prepare and review reports, technical memoranda, presentations, schedules, maps, figures, diagrams, and models.
• Lead and contribute to proposals, proposal interview materials, and other business development materials.
• Build client relationships, promote Hatch’s services, and identify new business opportunities.
• Support staff development, management, and recruitment activities.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in transportation or transportation planning; urban, regional, or city planning; or civil, marine, or mechanical engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in land use or transportation planning, including planning studies, terminal capacity assessments, debottlenecking, and optimization studies.
• Proven ability to execute and collaborate across multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information, including technical details, clearly and effectively.
• An entrepreneurial “can do” mindset with the ability to work under real-world constraints.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint essential); basic familiarity with ArcGIS and/or QGIS.
• Preferred knowledge of:
  • Maritime industry, common cargo types (e.g., containers, Ro/Ro, bulk, breakbulk, and project cargo) and marine facilities (e.g., container terminals, cruise terminals, bulk material handling facilities, offshore wind support facilities, etc.).
  • US freight transportation and logistics networks, including, specifically, the interconnection between North American ports and marine terminals, steamship lines, Class I railroads, and trucking companies.

Base Compensation: $125,000 - $145,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.