Planning Specialist jobs in Muskogee, OK

• Collect and analyze social, economic and environmental data to be used in developing alternatives and in assessing potential impacts of proposed actions.
• Review and apply procedures for compliance with environmental regulations under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Prepare technical reports, planning studies, and NEPA documents.
• Prepare regulatory permits and approvals in compliance with environmental laws.

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to planning or the environmental sciences.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with planning and/or project development under NEPA, particularly with regards to transportation projects.
• Excellent communication skills and able to work on a collaborative team, both internally and externally, in both leadership and support roles.
• Proficiency in technical writing.

• Established knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with public involvement and outreach.
• Availability for occasional overnight travel (generally less than one week).
• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis and mapping
• Working knowledge of Microstation, AutoCAD, ArcMap, InRoads, and/or other engineering and mapping software

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned multidisciplined engineering, planning, and environmental services firm with more than 1,000 employees across the United States. Offering a wide range of services focused on aviation, buildings, construction, enterprise solutions, federal, survey, transportation, water, and wastewater, Garver sits in the top 100 of the Engineering News-Record's prestigious Top 500 Design Firms list and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for. Learn more at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.