Entry Level Transportation Planner

AECOM

Entry Level Transportation Planner

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    AECOM is seeking a Transportation Planner to be based in our Los Angeles, CA Office.

    ** JOB SUMMARY:**

    Responsible for the study and analysis of different modes of transportation and environmental analyses which enables the development of transportation infrastructure. Performs technical studies to improve existing transportation facilities and develops plans for new transportation infrastructure. Understands local/regional transportation planning processes and policies in the Los Angeles area. The position provides the opportunity to work on multi-modal transit planning, including light rail, heavy rail, high speed rail, intercity rail, bus rapid transit, bicycle and pedestrian planning and implementation. Supports efforts such as feasibility studies, alternative analyses, environmental clearance, comprehensive planning, neighborhood planning, public involvement and outreach activities, travel demand forecasting, traffic engineering, transit operations planning, cost estimating, and emerging and innovation technologies to reduce congestion, pollution or the impact of vehicles in cities.

    ** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**

    • Conducts transportation and environmental planning on major transportation infrastructure projects.
    • Performs quantitative analysis and calculations to support technical planning studies, including traffic analysis, travel market analysis, economic analysis, transit operations, and comparative evaluation of alternatives.
    • Write technical planning reports and environmental impact reports.
    • Support project management efforts on major transit infrastructure projects
    • Prepare graphical presentations to convey findings for client and public presentations.
    • Creates mapping and manipulation of data using GIS and other mapping tools.
    • Supports business development efforts such as preparing technical content for proposals.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**

    • BA/BS + None or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

    ** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

    • Bachelor’s in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.
    • Knowledge of Environmental Clearance Documentation for Transit Infrastructure Projects.

    Additional Information

    • Sponsorship is not provided for this position

    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, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

    AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

    Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

    You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

    You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

    AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

    Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.