Environmental Scientist/Planner II

HNTB Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking an Environmental Scientist II to join our Environmental Planning team. You will contribute to projects across transportation and infrastructure, supporting NEPA documentation, permitting, and environmental compliance.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, mentoring opportunities, and growth across diverse assignments from planning through construction at major regional clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology or related field and 2 years relevant experience, or Master's Degree and 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience with NEPA documentation, permitting, or agency coordination is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research, gathers scientific information and data, and performs field investigations with minimal oversight.
• Determines best methodology for field work and sets up test equipment to obtain data.
• Prepares data analysis, modeling, and reports to support findings in environmental studies and permitting.
• Reviews technical reports and plans for environmental review including permitting and mitigation development.
• Collects and reports on environmental parameters to assess impacts of transportation projects.
• Provides technical advice to engineers on geologic, hydrologic, or biologic aspects affecting construction.
• Coordinates with agencies and stakeholders to develop information and assist interpretation.
• Prepares and participates in public information meetings and hearings.

Skills

Field investigations

Data analysis

Report writing

Team collaboration

Agency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Biology/Ecology/Environmental Science/Archeology/Anthropology

Master's degree in Geology/Biology/Ecology/Environmental Science/Archeology/Anthropology

Tools

GIS

Data analysis software

Field equipment

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. We are seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist II to join our growing Environmental Planning team. This position provides an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team across a wide variety of transportation and infrastructure projects for major clients including Amtrak, SEPTA, PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and state transportation agencies throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. As part of a team of environmental scientists, planners, engineers, and project managers, you will support projects from planning through construction, helping navigate environmental regulations while delivering transportation solutions that improve communities. The work is diverse and may include National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, permitting, agency coordination, field investigations, resource assessments, mitigation development, and specialized technical studies that help advance some of the region's most significant transportation and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced environmental professionals who are committed to mentoring and supporting career development. Whether your interests lead toward technical specialization, project management, client service, or leadership, HNTB provides opportunities to develop new skills, take on increasing responsibility, and build a rewarding long-term career.

What You'll Do:

• Conducts research, gathers scientific information and data, and performs field investigations among other supporting activities with minimal oversight.
• Determines best prescribed methodology for conducting analysis in field work; sets up test equipment as necessary to obtain scientific data.
• May develop in coordination with Senior Scientist new methodologies and technical approaches.
• Using established prescribed templates, prepares data analysis, modeling, written reports, maps, etc. as appropriate to support findings as it pertains to the natural or man‑made environment in the study area.
• Reviews and evaluates technical reports and plans of scientific aspects of proposed projects for the environmental review of projects including permitting, and development of mitigation plans.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports on the scientific aspects of the natural and man‑made environment to identify the effects of the construction and operation of transportation projects on the environment.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to project engineers on specific geologic, hydrologic, biologic, or other scientific aspects and their impact on the specific phase of construction.
• Reviews and evaluates the potential impact of federal, state, and local environmental legislation.
• Coordinates with appropriate agencies and stakeholders to encourage cooperative management strategies, or to develop information and interpret findings.
• Prepares and participates in public information meetings and hearings.
• Keeps current with trends, literature and new developments in ecology and environmental science.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology or related field and 2 years relevant experience, or Master's Degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology or related field and 1 year of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

• Recognizes patterns, trends, and inconsistencies to understand how data relates to scientific principles and environmental conditions.
• Researches scientific articles and trends to assess findings and relevance for environmental documentation and permits.
• Assesses and compiles complex information from technical reports.
• Teaches safety procedures and best practices in the field.
• Understands established analytical methods.

What We Prefer:

• Experience supporting environmental studies, permitting efforts, environmental compliance activities, or technical documentation for infrastructure, transportation, energy, water resources, or related projects.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and processes such as NEPA, environmental permitting, natural resource evaluations, cultural resource coordination, or agency consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, manage multiple assignments, and communicate technical information through written reports, presentations, or client interactions.

Additional Information

HNTB Total Rewards

Locations

Harrisburg, PA, King of Prussia, PA (Norristown), Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.

When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee‑owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.