**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** is actively seeking a self-motivated **Transportation Planner** to join our **Grand Rapids, Detroit, Novi or Traverse City, MI** transportation team. AECOM performs engineering and other associated services to develop and deliver various transportation projects for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and other local agency clients, including some of the most complex projects within the state. This position provides planning and coordination support to the AECOM Michigan Surface Transportation Team and other subject matter experts for projects being developed and delivered by AECOM. This position will work closely with our client’s staff as well as resource and regulatory agency staff to assist with planning our projects. The person in this position will be supported by other staff and is expected to grow their knowledge of planning processes and procedures to obtain project approvals. The position is primarily an office-based position but may also participate in field investigations as needs arise. **Duty 1 - General Summary of Duty 1 - % of Time: 80** Develop project planning documents. + Review technical reports and available Geographic Information System (GIS) databases to determine potential project impacts to resources. + Conduct site reviews to identify potential resource constraints early in a project’s life cycle. + Prepare MDOT forms and applications for trunkline and local agency projects. + Complete transportation planning studies and develop reports/memos, including transportation alternatives analyses for comparison of roadway configurations. + Assist subject matter experts with field studies and analyses and in development of technical reports that may be required under applicable laws. + Support public involvement activities that are required as part of public meetings, stakeholder engagement, and public hearings. + Assist with developing contract language and special provisions for design-bid-build and design-build projects. + Coordinate with engineering staff to ensure construction constraints and obligations are accurately reflected in contract documents. **Duty 2 - General Summary of Duty 2 - % of Time: 10** Compliance assistance. + Assist with site inspection and reporting responsibilities on construction projects when AECOM is part of the design-build team. + Travel to job sites and perform review of mitigation measures and soil erosion and sedimentation control measures to support compliance. + Recommend adjustments to soil erosion and sedimentation control measures to ensure site compliance. **Duty 3 - General Summary of Duty 3 - % of Time: 10** GIS and CAD support. + Perform GIS analysis. + Prepare exhibits for permit applications. + Prepare exhibits for AECOM studies, reports, and proposals **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements:** + BA/BS in Planning, Geography, Natural Sciences, or related fields plus minimum of four (4) years combined experience in transportation planning or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. + Must have Valid Drivers License **Preferred Qualifications:** + Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills. + Technical background and expertise in a planning discipline with experience assessing project impacts. + Experience with State and local transportation agencies, and their policies and practices are preferred. **Additional Information** + Visa Sponsorship is not offered for this role. Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $73,000.00 - $115,000.00. **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:** J10134230 **Business Line:** Transportation **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Planning **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc