Environmental Planner (Transportation)
Description Environmental Planner Los Angeles, Irvine, CA or CA Remote We are the Transportation Team within the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence—these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow. If you perform well in a fast-paced, engaging and collaborative environment, and would like to work with a diverse team of industry professionals, we encourage you to learn more about ICF (www.icf.com) and consider applying to join our team. Position Overview ICF is seeking an early career Environmental Planner to join our Southern California transportation planning team. You’ll support environmental compliance efforts for transportation and infrastructure projects across California and nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop technical skills, and contribute to meaningful projects. What You’ll Do Assist with environmental compliance and permitting for projects under CEQA and NEPA. Support task management by keeping assignments on track and ensuring quality deliverables. Help coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contribute to technical documents. Under supervision, write clear, concise reports and prepare brief presentations for internal teams or clients. Participate in client discussions and learn how to tailor communication to different audiences. Monitor project performance and proactively suggest ideas for improvement or follow-on work. Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to a positive, respectful team environment. What You Must Have Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, or a related field. Additional Skills That Will Help You Succeed Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to organize tasks, manage time effectively, and work collaboratively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with CEQA and NEPA processes. Interest in transportation based projects. Ability to learn quickly, take constructive feedback, and apply it to improve performance. A proactive mindset—someone who takes initiative and helps move projects forward. Commitment to client satisfaction and understanding client needs. Why Join Us? Work on impactful projects that shape communities and protect the environment. Learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience in environmental planning. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values growth and innovation. Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $60,967.00 - $103,643.00 Los Angeles, CA (CA80) Apply To This Job