• Environmental Planner

    Actalent (Ontario, CA)


    Environmental Planner – CEQA/NEPA

    Employment Type: Contract

    Pay Range: \$39.00 – \$46.00/hour (based on experience)

    About the Role

    Are you passionate about shaping sustainable communities through environmental planning? Join a fast-growing, woman-owned small business with deep expertise in CEQA, NEPA, and regulatory compliance. As an Environmental Planner, you’ll play a key role in preparing state and federal environmental documents, coordinating with public agencies, and supporting impactful infrastructure and development projects across Southern California.

     

    This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking career growth in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

     

    • Key Responsibilities

    + Prepare portions of CEQA and NEPA documents (IS/MNDs, EIRs, EAs, EISs)

    + Research and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations

    + Coordinate with public agencies to address CEQA/NEPA-related comments

    + Conduct land use planning and demographic analysis

    + Develop technical reports, special studies, and mapping deliverables

    + Interpret model data and support project managers on fast-paced assignments

    + Document meetings, develop scopes of work, and monitor budgets and schedules

    + Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards

    + Participate in internal and client meetings, contributing to project strategy and execution

    Required Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Biology, Botany, Wildlife Management, or related field

    + Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental consulting or public planning in Southern California

    + Hands-on experience with CEQA and NEPA documentation

    + Familiarity with regulatory review and intergovernmental affairs

    + Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills

    + Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    + Willingness to travel to project sites as needed

    • Desired Skills

    + Experience in cultural resource management, historic preservation, and AB52/SB18 compliance

    + Familiarity with GPS/GIS tools (Trimble, ArcGIS), LiDAR, and HABS/HAER documentation

    + Ability to write technical reports such as CRMPs, HIAs, and environmental assessments

    + Experience working with tribal, federal, state, and local agencies

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

    + Hybrid schedule: Enjoy flexibility with remote work on Thursdays and Fridays

    + Supportive culture: Collaborative team with a proactive approach to quality and client satisfaction

    + Comprehensive benefits:

    + Health insurance

    + 401(k) retirement plan

    + Paid holidays and vacation

    + Professional development assistance

    Pay and Benefits

    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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Ontario,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.