**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** AECOM’s office in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is actively seeking a self-motivated Senior Transportation Planner to join our Minneapolis-based Surface Transportation team, providing technical expertise and managing transportation and environmental planning and related tasks for public and private transportation and infrastructure clients throughout our Minnesota and regional geography. The ideal candidate should have an established and successful history of executing and managing corridor planning-level programs as well as the environmental review process for small and large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will be a player-coach, with the ability to self-perform and leverage other local and regional resources in the execution of assigned work. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: + Providing subject matter expertise in the regulatory compliance processes of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other federal, state, and local environmental regulations. + Managing and preparing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents. + Performing/overseeing environmental technical studies and report preparation per NEPA regulations and standards. + Performing/overseeing corridor and pre-design studies, alternatives analysis and report preparation, with primary focus on MnDOT and with the goal of positioning AECOM for follow-on design work + Facilitating public and agency outreach; Overseeing all aspects of transportation planning and environmental projects including cost estimates, alternatives analysis, schedule, and budget. + Working with an interdisciplinary team of technical specialists and managing their project-delivery efforts, including roadway, traffic, rail, ITS, bridge structures, environmental, water resources, others + Assisting with proposals and business development, an integrated member of AECOM’s Minnesota client service team. + Building an AECOM transportation planning capability in Minnesota, in close partnership and collaboration with our regional planning center of excellence in Chicago. **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements:** + BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. **Preferred skills and qualifications include:** + BA/BS in Environmental Sciences, Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related fields. + A minimum of ten (10) years combined experience in project management, transportation planning, and MEPA compliance. + Knowledge and experience with environmental review and compliance requirements in Minnesota. + Technical background and expertise in a NEPA discipline, such as cultural resources, noise, air quality, biology, Clean Water Act permitting as well as MEPA standards at the local/state level. + Familiarity with roadway design standards (e.g., AASHTO, NACTO, etc.) + Demonstrated knowledge and experience implementing MnDOT's Project Development Process. + Established relationships at the MnDOT, Metropolitan Council, and/or county level. + Demonstrated experience in winning work/projects through business development and RFP's, bids, etc. + Demonstrated Corridor planning experience. + Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills. + Demonstrated collaborative skills working in a matrixed organization. + Specific project experience in transportation infrastructure. **Additional Information** Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $100,000.00 - $160,000.00. **About AECOM** AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. **What makes AECOM a great place to work** You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **ReqID:** J10132867 **Business Line:** Transportation **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Planning **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc