Junior Environmental Planner

About the role

AECOM is recruiting a Junior Environmental Planner to join its expanding team in Colombia. The team delivers environmental services on a wide range of projects, either as standalone commissions or as part of multidisciplinary major projects, and offers hybrid work options. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for Colombian work authorization are not available.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare sections of environmental documents under CEQA and NEPA under the direction of mid- and senior-level planners.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously as part of a team.
• Code environmental commitments into AECOM databases and prepare compliance reports.
• Support pre-, during- and post-construction compliance reporting.
• Prepare and analyze data, and troubleshoot and resolve data quality issues.
• Assist with document control in SharePoint and related systems.
• Coordinate with contractors and permitting staff.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental Science/Studies/Policy or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in environmental planning, permitting or related fields (internships/co-ops considered).
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and policies such as NEPA, CEQA or equivalents.
• Written and spoken English; able to produce client-ready deliverables and meet with US-based teams.
• Team-oriented and able to work effectively in a group.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite and GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS or QGIS)
• Analytical, research and problem-solving skills

Preferred: Master's degree or progress toward AICP or similar credentials; experience supporting US federal/state processes and agencies; familiarity with CEQA, environmental justice analyses and climate resilience considerations. Candidates must submit a resume and a portfolio showing relevant projects.