Environmental planner Jobs in USA

Overview

Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is a full-service environmental consulting firm specializing in all aspects of environmental permitting, inspection, and compliance monitoring. From a project’s inception to its final release, EEG’s knowledgeable staff utilizes a multifaceted plan of action to meet project milestones, maintain compliance regulations, and ensure a successful path to construction completion.

Energy Environmental Group is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

Energy Environmental Group is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. EEG is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Planner I or II to support our environmental planning and permitting efforts for various projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing technical documents for submittal to various federal and state agencies. Daily tasks will include reviewing existing project documents and GIS maps, quantifying project-related disturbance, and coordinating with construction personnel and subject matter experts, and GIS staff. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a team of professionals dedicated to critical infrastructure development, environmental compliance, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Author technical reports in a clear and concise manner for submittal to clients and regulatory agencies and other environmental documentation.
• Work closely with subject matter experts such as cultural and biological staff to incorporate field findings into reports.
• Liaise with federal, state, and local agencies, utility companies, and stakeholders to ensure compliance and project alignment.
• Participate in meetings with construction personnel, project management, and clients to ensure project goals are met.
• Conduct spatial analysis and mapping or review project details using GIS software (ESRI, Google Earth) to support environmental assessments.
• Stay current with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and apply this knowledge to project planning and execution.
• Secure utility crossing permits (., DOT, railroad, canal, transmission/distribution line, fiber) for right-of-way crossings or encroachments.
• Adhere to company environmental policies and procedures, ensuring quality standards are maintained on all projects.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned to support project completion.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, government agencies, and team members.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, GIS software, and mobile data collection tools.
• Comfortable working in office and field settings, including challenging terrain and adverse environmental conditions.
• Willingness to travel out-of-state, often on short notice, and work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure, with a strong sense of reliability and punctuality.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting: Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs.
• Field Work: Capable of traversing challenging terrain and working long hours in varying environmental conditions.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Geography, GIS, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience (or a master’s degree in an applicable field).
• Must be a . citizen with a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution line construction activities.
• Planning and field experience on construction projects.
• Proficiency with ESRI GIS Software (Desktop, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps) and Google Earth.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000