Environmental Scientist

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
11 Stanwix St Ste 800 (Show on map)
Apr 18, 2025
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. Description: In this role you will work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects as they relate to water, transportation, pipeline, renewable energy, and power infrastructure projects. You will work under the supervision of an experienced environmental scientist gaining valuable industry knowledge. You will support environmental permits, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation. You will assist senior and mid-level scientists in field work and processing data associated with the collection of natural resource data. Primary Responsibilities Function as an Environmental Scientist for natural resources field studies and environmental permitting Perform wetland delineations, ecological and/or biological field surveys and assessments, data interpretation, analysis, and report writing (utilizing USACE regional wetland dataforms ie Eastern Mountain and Piedmont, Midwest, and Northcentral-Northeast Regions) with oversight from senior staff Assist in the development of Clean Water Act 404/401 applications, NEPA environmental assessments or impact statements, natural resources and environmental permitting strategies and report preparation. Conduct field work in difficult and/or remote conditions including overnight team deployments of one-week durations throughout North America Prioritize tasks and deliver multiple projects concurrently with oversight from senior staff. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications: US Army Corps of Engineers Regulatory IV (or equivalent) Wetland training. 3+ year experience performing wetlands, aquatics, terrestrial or other field surveys to support permitting and environmental compliance related tasks. Experience coordinating with federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Experience using mobile data collection tools and GPS equipment. Ability to travel for field assignments and conduct field work in difficult or remote conditions with overnight durations throughout the region. Ability to navigate difficult terrain for long durations. 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training is beneficial but not required. Local candidates preferred 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.) Pay Transparency: $43,890 - $62,700 Primary Location : United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh Other Locations : United States-Ohio-Columbus Industry : Environment/Sciences Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Environmental Sci and Planning Job Posting : Apr 18, 2025