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Environmental Planner (CEQA/NEPA)
Location: Ontario, California
Hybrid schedule: Monday–Wednesday in-office, Thursday–Friday remote
Overview
A dynamic and growing environmental consulting firm is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planner to support the preparation of State and Federal environmental documents and ensure regulatory compliance across Southern California. This role offers strong career growth potential and the opportunity to work on high-profile public infrastructure projects including bridges, land use developments, and flood control initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $46.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following
This is a hybrid position in Ontario,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Location: Ontario, California
Hybrid schedule: Monday–Wednesday in-office, Thursday–Friday remote
Overview
A dynamic and growing environmental consulting firm is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planner to support the preparation of State and Federal environmental documents and ensure regulatory compliance across Southern California. This role offers strong career growth potential and the opportunity to work on high-profile public infrastructure projects including bridges, land use developments, and flood control initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare portions of CEQA and NEPA documents including IS/MNDs, EIRs, EAs, and EISs
- Conduct research on project compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Coordinate with public agencies to address comments and ensure alignment with CEQA/NEPA requirements
- Assist in land use planning and demographic analysis as it relates to environmental documentation
- Develop technical reports, mapping, tables, and interpret model data and graphics
- Support Project Managers on multiple projects with tight schedules and complex scopes
- Document meetings, develop scopes of work, and monitor project budgets and timelines
- Execute assignments independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards
- Participate in client and internal meetings, contributing to project strategy and execution
- Demonstrate strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
- Use MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiently
- Bachelor’s degree in natural science, biology, botany, wildlife management, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental consulting or public environmental planning within Southern California
- Experience working with tribal, federal, state, and local agencies, especially in regulatory review and intergovernmental affairs
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
- Familiarity with cultural resource management, historic preservation, and AB52/SB18 compliance
- Experience with GPS/GIS tools (e.g., Trimble, ArcGIS), LiDAR scanning, and HABS/HAER documentation
- Ability to manage CEQA schedules, interface with clients, and mentor junior staff
- Air quality, GHG, and noise modeling experience is a plus
- Salary Range: $82,000 – $94,000 annually (
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Work on impactful public infrastructure projects with a respected and competitive team.
- Opportunity to grow within a firm that values mentorship and internal promotion
- Collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive and streamlined work environment.
The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $46.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a hybrid position in Ontario,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $82,000 - $94,000
