About the job
AECOM is thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager - Energy to join our dynamic Environmental Planning and Permitting (EPP) team in Northern California. This hybrid position can be based out of our offices in Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, or San Jose, CA.
Our EPP team collaborates with a wide array of private industry and public utility energy clients on diverse energy projects, including transmission, grid modernization, and renewable energy initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will lead project teams and partner with our environmental planning specialists and technical experts to prepare comprehensive environmental documents, focusing on permitting and entitlement processes for our expanding portfolio of energy developers and utilities.
Your responsibilities will include acting as a seller-doer, managing clients and project teams, navigating complex projects, and spearheading business development efforts for both new and ongoing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee environmental planning and compliance efforts, ensuring the development of environmental documents and studies adheres to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other relevant state and federal regulations.
- Manage early-stage due diligence for siting energy projects and associated infrastructure.
- Direct project management on mid- to large-scale projects, including the development and monitoring of project schedules, budgets, invoicing, and coordination with clients, technical staff, and subconsultants.
- Contribute to the preparation of environmental documents and entitlements for high-profile infrastructure projects, particularly within the energy sector.
- Engage in marketing and business development activities, including proposal preparation and cost estimate formulation as a seller-doer.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to personnel, reviewing their work for accuracy and clarity while offering constructive feedback on project tasks.
About AECOM’s Environment Business Line:
Join AECOM to become part of a world-class global team, connected through an extensive internal technical practice network that encourages learning and collaboration with industry leaders. AECOM is recognized for its award-winning technical expertise, cutting-edge science, and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Our global clientele and projects span various sectors and geographies, requiring a commitment to excellence and creativity.
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're committed to delivering a better world. Whether enhancing your commute, securing energy access, or transforming skylines, our efforts help communities thrive. With a surge in infrastructure investment globally, our services are in high demand. We invite you to contribute your bold ideas and aspirations as part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals dedicated to impactful projects worldwide.

