About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Environmental Scientist 1, we'll count on you to

• Work on a wide variety of environmental permitting and natural resources projects as they relate to water resources, transportation and other infrastructure projects
• Work under the supervision of senior environmental scientists
• Contribute to researching and writing concise, technical documents
• Prepare wetland delineation reports, environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation
• Perform field work associated with the collection of natural resource data
• Conduct environmental impact assessments.
• Perform non-routine tasks on multiple projects simultaneously
• Perform other duties as needed

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, planning or closely related field
• A minimum of 0 years of industry experience
• Excellent writing and communication skills (in person, by telephone, and email)
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience using ArcGIS to develop figures and perform basic analysis
• Applicants must be detail-oriented, organized, effective communicators, and team players with a strong focus on quality and client service.
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wetland delineation, field investigation techniques, and agency coordination requirements
• Completion of a 40-hour basic wetland delineation training course, focused on application of the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual
• Experience performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments a plus.
• Preference given to local candidates

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to complete field site visits and record natural resource data in conditions that include sloped terrain, thick vegetation, and inclement weather
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without assistance
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle day or night
• Overnight travel may be required at times

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.