Environmental Scientist 2

HDR, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 88,116 - 125,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee referral program

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Bellevue, WA is seeking an Environmental Scientist II to collect data, assimilate analyses, and define environmental study requirements for transportation projects.

You will conduct impact assessments, assist with permit coordination, and contribute to our employee-owned culture. A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and 5+ years of experience, plus strong writing and MS Office skills, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• 5 years technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, land use, etc.
• Assimilate and manage data
• Prepare constraints mapping
• Define the level of environmental analysis required
• Conduct environmental impact assessments
• Perform complex assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance
• Work independently on medium-size projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Perform other related duties as needed

Skills

Data management

Technical writing

Environmental analysis

Project coordination

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

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?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

In the role of Environmental Scientist II, we'll count on you to

• Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, land use, etc
• Assimilate and manage data
• Prepare constraints mapping
• Define the level of environmental analysis required
• Conduct environmental impact assessments
• Perform complex assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance
• Work independently on medium-size projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Perform other related duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a CESL inspector on construction sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• 5 years technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location: $88,116 - $125,880. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)