Environmental Planner 2

HDR, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Planner 2 in Austin, TX. This role supports preparation and management of local municipal permitting, coordinating submittals, reviewing technical docs, and guiding project teams through permitting.

You will work within HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, collaborating with design teams and project managers to ensure compliant, timely permit delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years environmental experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and management of local municipal permitting documents and components
• Prepare, plan, and manage permitting submittals from start to finish
• Manage and coordinate permitting schedule for inclusion in overall project/design schedule
• Review technical documentation related to permitting
• Support and guide project managers, task leads, design leads, etc. through permitting processes

Skills

Communication

Project management

Research

Critical thinking

Self-starter

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Bluebeam Revu

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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Environmental Planner 2, we'll count on you to:

• Assist in preparation and management of local municipal permitting documents and components
• Prepare, plan, and manage permitting submittals from start to finish
• Manage and coordinate permitting schedule for inclusion in overall project/design schedule
• Review technical documentation related to permitting
• Support and guide project managers, task leads, design leads, etc. through permitting processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to interact with various design teams
• Excellent research, project management, and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Self-starter
• Great time management skills
• Strong organizational skills and innovative ideas
• Works well with different personalities
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Experience using Bluebeam Revu

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.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Austin

Other Locations: United States-Texas-Round Rock

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Environmental Planning

Job Posting: Aug 19, 2026