Principal Environmental Planner

We have a unique opportunity for a Principal Environmental Planner to join our 'Impact Assessment and Permitting’ team in Newcastle.

We are a passionate team of environmental impact assessors working within an organisation creating meaningful change both in Australia and globally. This role offers the chance to lead diverse, high-profile infrastructure assessment projects across energy, transport, and water sectors.

Being part of AECOM means applying your knowledge and expertise to influence positive environmental outcomes. With Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) principles embedded in everything we do, our Environment team works closely with designers and engineers to drive real change from the earliest stages of a project. 

Some of your duties will include:

• Lead the delivery of timely, high-quality environmental impact assessments and related studies
• Oversee constraints analyses, strategic planning pathway assessments, and environmental management plans
• Manage project resources, budgets, and schedules, maintaining effective delivery and quality standards
• Mentor and guide juniors, including graduates and undergraduates, supporting their technical and professional development
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, applying commercial acumen and emotional intelligence to project leadership.