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HDR

Environmental Scientist/Planner 1

HDR, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, us, 06067

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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.

Responsibilities

Work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects as they relate to water resources, transportation and development projects

Work under the supervision of mid-level and senior environmental scientist and water resource engineers

Take responsibility for assisting with environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation

Assist senior and mid-level scientists in field work associated with the collection of natural resource data

Work on environmental planning, environmental assessments/impact analysis and associated permitting and compliance monitoring for transportation and other infrastructure projects that require conformance with state environmental reviews & National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

Research and interpret scientific literature, regulatory programs, guidance, and applications

Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, natural resources, land use, etc.

Assimilate and manage data, provide creative graphical representations of complex information

Prepare constraints mapping

Work with geographic positioning tools and information systems

Support and manage projects which involve permitting, wetland and stream mitigation design, planning, documentation, etc.

Write, review, and edit work products

With project team members in problem solving and solutions

Conduct quality reviews for content, accuracy and completeness, meeting client and corporate standards

Perform assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods, and coordinate with other team members and technical staff

Coordinate with specialty sub consultants or consultant team members

Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings

Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance

Assist with project schedules, have responsibility for tracking leading and delivering products and projects

Interact with clients and agencies

Support in business development and project pursuit roles

Perform other related duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field

1+ years transportation or development-related technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents which should include experience in wetlands/natural resources, permitting, planning, NEPA, MEPA, CEPA, SEQRA, Section 7, research and assessment of regulations, GIS applications

Candidates who reside locally in the New England area and have New England experience are preferred

Field experience skills preferred

Wetland certifications preferred. CWS, PWS, WPIT etc.

Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or closely related field

Knowledge of wetland delineation, field investigation techniques, and agency coordination requirements

Excellent writing and communication skills

MS Office experience

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.) Massachusetts: $52,688 - $75,240 , Rhode Island: $46,085-$65,835, and Connecticut: $48,279-$65,835

Primary Location United States-Maine-Portland

Other Locations United States-New Hampshire-Bedford, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-Rhode Island-Providence

Industry Highway + Road

Schedule Full-time

Employee Status Regular

Business Class Environmental Sci and Planning

Job Posting Oct 15, 2025

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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