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HDR At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a
Senior Environmental Project Manager FERC Project Lead
for our Environmental and Regulatory Team (locations vary).
Who You Are
We are seeking an experienced professional with strong working knowledge of, and relationships across, the environmental and cultural resource regulatory landscape and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a focused specialty and established relationships with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Natural Gas Division, along with demonstrated experience managing and permitting pipeline projects. This role requires expertise in FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and/or third-party EA/EIS documents. You will manage projects across all phasesfrom routing and siting to construction compliancewhile leading environmental permitting and NEPA documentation efforts.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as Senior Project Manager for natural and built environment studies, environmental permitting, and NEPA documentation. Lead and direct teams through FERC environmental processes for assessment, resource reporting, and permitting. Oversee project management activities including proposals, cost estimates, budgeting, invoicing, and tracking project financial performance. Coordinate schedules, provide technical QA/QC, and lead problem resolution for environmental studies and NEPA deliverables. Support the growth of our FERC project program by developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities. Direct field surveys, data interpretation, environmental analysis, and technical writing. Develop and implement permitting strategies, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare permit applications. Manage multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight. Provide mentorship to junior staff and promote high-quality work through QA/QC procedures. Participate in client and internal meetings; collaborate with scientific, engineering, and regulatory teams. Periodic short-term travel for project assignments and client meetings. Perform other duties as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Planning, Cultural Resources, or related field. Minimum 10 years of experience in ecological or cultural resource surveys, NEPA planning, environmental analysis, and state/ federal permitting. Proven experience with FERC Natural Gas filings, including FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and third-party EA/EIS documents. Strong technical writing, environmental analysis, and permitting skills. Demonstrated ability to market and perform environmental services. Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively. Willingness and ability to travel for client meetings. Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process Experience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projects Technical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized discipline Proficient with MS Office Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities Ability to work independently and as part of a team Staff management experience beneficial An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $98,952 - 178,560.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Harrisburg
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Ohio-Columbus
Industry:
Oil & Gas
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Environmental Sci and Planning
Job Posting:
Aug 19, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
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Join to apply for the
Senior Environmental Project Manager FERC Project Lead
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HDR Senior Environmental Project Manager FERC Project Lead
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Environmental Project Manager FERC Project Lead
role at
HDR At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a
Senior Environmental Project Manager FERC Project Lead
for our Environmental and Regulatory Team (locations vary).
Who You Are
We are seeking an experienced professional with strong working knowledge of, and relationships across, the environmental and cultural resource regulatory landscape and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a focused specialty and established relationships with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Natural Gas Division, along with demonstrated experience managing and permitting pipeline projects. This role requires expertise in FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and/or third-party EA/EIS documents. You will manage projects across all phasesfrom routing and siting to construction compliancewhile leading environmental permitting and NEPA documentation efforts.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as Senior Project Manager for natural and built environment studies, environmental permitting, and NEPA documentation. Lead and direct teams through FERC environmental processes for assessment, resource reporting, and permitting. Oversee project management activities including proposals, cost estimates, budgeting, invoicing, and tracking project financial performance. Coordinate schedules, provide technical QA/QC, and lead problem resolution for environmental studies and NEPA deliverables. Support the growth of our FERC project program by developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities. Direct field surveys, data interpretation, environmental analysis, and technical writing. Develop and implement permitting strategies, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare permit applications. Manage multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight. Provide mentorship to junior staff and promote high-quality work through QA/QC procedures. Participate in client and internal meetings; collaborate with scientific, engineering, and regulatory teams. Periodic short-term travel for project assignments and client meetings. Perform other duties as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Planning, Cultural Resources, or related field. Minimum 10 years of experience in ecological or cultural resource surveys, NEPA planning, environmental analysis, and state/ federal permitting. Proven experience with FERC Natural Gas filings, including FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and third-party EA/EIS documents. Strong technical writing, environmental analysis, and permitting skills. Demonstrated ability to market and perform environmental services. Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively. Willingness and ability to travel for client meetings. Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
,
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process Experience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projects Technical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized discipline Proficient with MS Office Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities Ability to work independently and as part of a team Staff management experience beneficial An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $98,952 - 178,560.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Harrisburg
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Ohio-Columbus
Industry:
Oil & Gas
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Environmental Sci and Planning
Job Posting:
Aug 19, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering Industries
Oil and Gas, Civil Engineering, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x Get notified about new Environmental Project Manager jobs in
Tampa, FL . St. Petersburg, FL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago Tampa, FL $50,000.00-$100,000.00 4 weeks ago Tampa, FL $50,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month ago Tampa, FL $110,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks ago Tampa, FL $150,000.00-$210,000.00 1 week ago Tampa, FL $116,480.00-$158,080.00 2 weeks ago Tampa, FL $100,000.00-$205,000.00 1 month ago Assistant Project Manager / Coordinator - Hotel Construction (Full-Time Travel)
Tampa, FL $90,000.00-$105,000.00 5 days ago Tampa, FL $74,741.33-$96,096.00 5 days ago Tampa, FL $75,000.00-$95,000.00 3 weeks ago Tampa, FL $180,000.00-$200,000.00 6 hours ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr