Environmental Permitting Specialist

HDR; Missouri; Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee-owned culture

Résumé du poste

HDR is seeking an Environmental Professional to support permitting of power transmission and generation projects in the Western U.S., joining our Colorado team. You will apply environmental analysis to guide projects through NEPA and related permitting processes, collaborating with engineers, scientists, and clients to identify needs and deliver compliant solutions.

We value experienced professionals with strong data handling, GIS/CAD skills, and a commitment to our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years environmental experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture.

Responsabilités

• Support environmental permitting for power transmission and generation projects in the Western U.S.
• Prepare NEPA documents and permits; guide projects through regulatory processes.
• Collaborate with resource specialists, engineering teams and clients to identify project needs.
• Develop project alternatives, assess environmental and social impacts, and propose mitigations.
• Collect, organize, and manage data including geospatial mapping and government/ client interviews.

Connaissances

Collaboration on multidisciplinary

Organizational skills

Data handling

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or closely related field

Outils

GIS

CAD

MS Office Suite

Description du poste

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.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is looking to add an Environmental Professional experienced in supporting environmental permitting of power transmission and generation projects in the Western U.S. to our friendly and highly collaborative Colorado team. Candidates that strive for excellence in their day-to-day work, technical practice, and careers; as well as those individuals that are interested in continuing to expand their knowledge through collaboration and continued learning will integrate nicely into our environmental planning practice.

The successful candidate for this position will have applied experience in environmental analysis and permitting, with an emphasis on power generation and transmission projects and the ability to prepare/plan and analyze technical studies. They will understand permitting requirements and prepare permits, guide projects through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and prepare appropriate documents and similar reports. The successful candidate must have the ability to multitask, prioritize, and be well-organized and be proficient at working collaboratively with resource specialists, engineering teams, and clients to identify project needs. The Environmental Professional will help develop and screen project alternatives, assess environmental and social impacts, recommend mitigation commitments, and prepare technical reports in addition to collecting, assimilating, and managing data. Data may include the collection and development of geospatial mapping, research, and interviews with government agencies and clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with delivering permitting support for infrastructure projects, including the development or review of relevant technical reports such as environmental impact technical reports, survey findings reports, compliance documentation, or similar required.
• Demonstrated ability to participate collaboratively on project teams and diverse technical teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients and project stakeholders.
• Good organizational and data handling skills.
• Experience with or demonstrated understanding of GIS or CAD software.
• Graphics development experience preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to accept internal and external feedback, and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years environmental experience
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• 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.