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The Transportation Planner will support AECOM’s Gulf Coast Transit & Rail team in delivering major transit corridor planning, BRT/rail studies, and implementation-ready programs. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in urban planning and GIS, with additional skills in engagement, graphic design, or project management. This role offers the opportunity to shape transformative mobility and infrastructure projects across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.

Key Responsibilities

• Support multimodal and transit planning studies, including corridor evaluations, service alternatives, and station area planning.

• Use GIS tools (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) to prepare mapping, spatial analyses, and visualizations.

• Develop high-quality technical reports, graphics, and presentations summarizing planning findings and recommendations.

• Support stakeholder and public engagement activities—create materials, manage feedback, and participate in meetings.

• Assist in data collection and analysis for ridership forecasting, land use evaluation, and planning-level cost estimation.

• Collaborate with engineering, design, and environmental teams to integrate planning deliverables into preliminary design.

• Contribute to project coordination tasks—tracking schedules, deliverables, and budgets.

• Participate in proposal development and other business development activities as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Geography, GIS, or a related discipline and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.

• Familiarity with multimodal and transit planning concepts.

• Demonstrated proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional planning experience (urban, transportation, or related fields).

• Experience with transit corridor or station area planning (BRT, light rail, commuter rail).

• Graphic design skills using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).

• Experience supporting community engagement, stakeholder facilitation, or outreach.

• Familiarity with project management tools, budgeting, or schedule tracking.

• Working knowledge of FTA funding programs, or related planning processes.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile transit and transportation initiatives in the Gulf Coast region.

• Collaborative and inclusive culture within AECOM’s national Transportation practice.

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.