Environmental Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead large-scale CEQA/NEPA studies across transportation, water, and resources sectors. You will supervise multidisciplinary teams, drive program development, and ensure high-quality deliverables for complex environmental studies.

The role emphasizes client leadership, business development, and mentoring, with a strong CEQA/NEPA background and experience in related markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and related professional experience.
• 7 years related experience.
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of large-scale CEQA & NEPA documents for a wide range of project types/sectors.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned sector; recommend measures to improve performance and increase efficiency; manage staff utilization and profitability.
• Track personnel actions and staff development including support for recruiting and hiring and training measures for assigned staff.
• Lead sector quality control, including assurance that quality work is planned and organized through a pro-active project management system, and implements corrective measures as needed.
• Provide hands-on mentoring and team participation to create a bridge between technical resources and client requirements and ensure there is appropriate leadership and supervision engaged on technical assignments.
• Work with client development leadership to prioritize the marketing and business development efforts of the organization and prioritizes business efforts that provide maximum return on investment.
• Champion a quality-culture within the sector organization, and within production teams, serving the sector’s clients.
• Direct the technical messaging and professional attendance at professional organizations and industry events.
• Promote the Drive to Zero culture where safety of staff and clients is paramount.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce company policies.
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Environmental writing

Education

Master’s degree in environmental science or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Teams

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.

The Environmental Project Manager will be experienced technical and client leadership for large scale projects in the Transportation, Water, and Resources sectors. You would be interacting and leading HDR environmental sciences & planning staff, CEQA & NEPA practitioners, and other multi-disciplinary staff related to the preparation of complex environmental technical studies (e.g., air quality/GHG, Energy/HRA, traffic, noise/vibration, biological resources, cultural resources). The position will involve working closely with HDR leadership to drive program development across all business sectors/groups (Transportation, Water, Resources). The candidate must have a strong CEQA & NEPA technical understanding and experience in transportation, water-related programs, power, renewable energy, oil and gas, mining, or industrial sector. The candidate should possess a balanced portfolio of skills to perform business development which requires networking and developing leads, establishing/managing client relationships, and strategic thinking for both our clients and internal programs.

In the role of Environmental Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Manage the preparation of large-scale CEQA & NEPA documents for a wide range of project types/sectors.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned sector; recommend measures to improve performance and increase efficiency; manage staff utilization and profitability.
• Track personnel actions and staff development including support for recruiting and hiring and training measures for assigned staff.
• Lead sector quality control, including assurance that quality work is planned and organized through a pro-active project management system, and implements corrective measures as needed.
• Provide hands‑on mentoring and team participation to create a bridge between technical resources and client requirements and ensure there is appropriate leadership and supervision engaged on technical assignments.
• Work with client development leadership to prioritize the marketing and business development efforts of the organization and prioritizes business efforts that provide maximum return on investment.
• Champion a quality‑culture within the sector organization, and within production teams, serving the sector’s clients.
• Direct the technical messaging and professional attendance at professional organizations and industry events.
• Promote the Drive to Zero culture where safety of staff and clients is paramount.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce company policies.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in environmental technical writing, CEQA & NEPA document preparation and substantial knowledge of endangered species act and regulatory permitting requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and Teams
• Previous consulting industry experience
• Experience with California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and/or New Mexico markets, and public and private client groups

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• 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.

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

Other Locations

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Oct 1, 2026

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

We are an Affirmentive Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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

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