Environmental Planner 1

HDR; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Environmental Planner 1 to join the Transportation Business Group in Nashville or Brentwood, TN. You will collect environmental data, prepare NEPA documents, and support public meetings while coordinating permits and project budgets.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Environmental Science/Resources/Planning, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset aligned with HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resources or Planning is required.
• Experience with MS Office Suite is required.
• Strong writing and communication skills are essential.
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Collect and report project-related environmental data from interviews, map reviews, and field investigations.
• Prepare NEPA documents and associated technical memoranda.
• Prepare for and participate in public and client information meetings and hearings.
• Prepare, plan, and analyze/review technical studies, permit applications, NEPA documents, and related reports.
• Assist clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance for wetlands, bridges, and endangered species.
• Manage and report on environmental project scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Project management

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resources or Planning

AICP certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planner 1 to work in our Transportation Business Group as a member of our Environmental Sciences and Planning Section, based out of either our Nashville or Brentwood, Tennessee offices.

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

• Collect and report project-related environmental data, including research, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, and field investigations of environmental features.
• Prepare NEPA documents, including associated technical memoranda.
• Prepare for and participate in public and client information meetings and hearings.
• Prepare, plan, and analyze/review technical studies, permit applications, NEPA documents, and similar reports/documents.
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance for wetland impacts, bridge construction, and threatened/endangered species.
• Manage and report on all aspects of environmental projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of environmental experience
• Experience delivering a variety of complex environmental projects and programs
• Strong project management Skills
• AICP certification
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resources or Planning
• Experienced in MS Office Suite
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• 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.

Primary Location: United States-Tennessee-Nashville Industry: Environment/Sciences Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Environmental Planning Job Posting: Aug 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliated 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.