Aviation Environmental Planner

ABOUT THE POSITION

Aviation Environmental Planner | Raleigh, NC

Hybrid Work Opportunities Available in the Mid-Atlantic Region

VHB is seeking an experienced Aviation Environmental Planner to join our growing team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional with 5-8+ years of experience in environmental and aviation planning to work on impactful airport projects across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern regions.

You'll support a variety of aviation-related environmental projects while gaining exposure to project management and client development efforts. This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to grow into a senior-level role while working alongside industry experts in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the preparation of airport environmental and planning documents, including:
• NEPA environmental filings (EAs, EISs, CATEX)
• Airport master plans and airport layout plans (ALPs)
• Resiliency and sustainability studies
• Airport electrification and climate-related analyses
• Conduct technical assessments of environmental impacts (e.g., noise, air quality, stormwater, hazardous materials)
• Assist with research, data analysis, and report development for environmental studies
• Support Project Managers with project coordination, scope, and schedule management
• Interact with FAA and state/local regulatory agencies during project delivery
• Contribute to business development by supporting proposal preparation and building client relationships
• Collaborate across disciplines within VHB (e.g., planning, engineering, environmental sciences)
• May mentor junior staff and contribute to project reviews and quality assurance
• Stay informed on emerging aviation technologies, including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL)

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of NEPA processes and aviation-related environmental documentation
• Experience with FAA processes, guidelines, and coordination
• Familiarity with airport planning and design concepts
• Ability to manage tasks independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and environmental planning software (e.g., GIS, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience working with diverse clients, including public agencies and airport authorities
• Interest in growing technical skills while developing leadership experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, Aviation Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• 5-8+ years of professional experience in aviation planning, environmental consulting, or related discipline
• Experience preparing environmental documentation under NEPA for airport projects
• Experience with FAA coordination preferred
• Professional certifications (e.g., AICP, PMP, ENV SP) a plus

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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