Environmental Planner 2

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Environmental Planner 2 in Austin to support local permitting efforts and manage submittals from start to finish. You will work with design teams and project managers to ensure timely permits and accurate documentation across projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Environmental Science or related field, 5+ years of environmental experience, and strong research, organizational, and communication skills. Experience with Bluebeam Revu is preferred.

Qualifications

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

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 and leads through permitting processes.

Skills

Research

Project management

Communication

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Deadline adherence

Verbal communication

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?
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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
• 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

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 19, 2026

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

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.