Planner II (Finance)

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering, and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction, and program management. The company delivers a comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. With more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations, Michael Baker is committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities nationwide.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com.

PLANNING PRACTICE

We create, integrate, visualize, and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation. Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a Full Time Environmental Planner specializing in environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This position involves the preparation of environmental documentation for various types of projects.

The Environmental Planner will provide support to Project Managers throughout all aspects of environmental review. The Environmental Planner will be responsible for writing the non-technical sections of CEQA/NEPA documents and other similar documents and for coordinating with internal technical staff and subconsultants. The position will also include assistance with proposal preparation. Strong emphasis will be placed on previous technical experience, quality of work, and the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Successful candidates for this position will be motivated self-starters who can work independently and as part of a team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The best part of being an Environmental Planner at Michael Baker is that no two days will be the same. You will face different challenges every day as you manage and/or assist with complex environmental planning efforts.
• As an Environmental Planner, this position will involve the management and preparation of Categorical Exemptions/Exclusions, Initial Studies, Environmental Assessments, EIRs, and other CEQA/NEPA documents for clients.
• Team coordination, business development pursuits and working both with our local professionals and the other offices of Michael Baker International are all in a day's work.
• You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to environmental planning challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Planning, Ecology or a related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience is recommended.
• The candidate will need to be bright, organized, and determined; you'll also need to be able to build relationships with a wide variety of people.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrated personal commitment to accuracy and quality.
• A desire to produce first-class work and the ability to quickly get up to speed on our policy, procedures and relevant software while acquiring an understanding of the company's service offerings, and the standards relevant to your projects is required.
• Candidate must have a Driver's License and access to reliable transportation.
• Candidate must have the ability to work remotely as well as limited in-person attendance at Michael Baker's Los Angeles or Long Beach offices.
• Candidate must have the ability to travel locally (primarily Los Angeles County) for client meetings, staffing support, community outreach/stakeholder meetings, and public hearings.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively on all levels, internal and external.
• Ability to maintain close working relationships based on trust, communication, and understanding their needs
• Demonstrated problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Skills should include proficiency in MS Office

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position $67,059.20-105,622.40 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

EEO STATEMENT

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals in all facets of employment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel qualified. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law: Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under federal law from discrimination.

About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Michael Baker is seeking a Full Time Environmental Planner specializing in environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This position involves the preparation of environmental documentation for various types of projects.