Field Environmental Scientist II - Permitting & NEPA Expert

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support natural resources field studies and permitting efforts across water, transportation, and energy projects.

You will conduct wetlands delineations, flora/fauna surveys, and prepare reports under supervision, collaborating with senior staff to ensure compliance with NEPA and state permits. Preferred candidates will have extensive Northeast/Mid-Atlantic ecological knowledge, strong technical writing, and the ability to travel for field

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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Environmental Scientist supporting natural resources field studies and environmental permitting efforts.
• Perform wetland delineations and ecological surveys with oversight from senior staff.
• Prepare wetland/watercourse delineation reports, biological assessments, and monitoring reports.
• Support development of federal/state permits and NEPA/SEPA documentation.
• Assist in developing permit applications (NJDEP etc.) and coordination with agencies.
• Define environmental analysis needs and develop strategies to minimize impacts.
• Prepare and review technical sections for environmental planning documents.
• Conduct field work including multi-day assignments and manage multiple tasks.

Skills

Wetlands field surveys

GPS/mobile data collection

Written & verbal communication

Regulatory coordination

Field project management

HAZWOPER 40-hour training

ArcGIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

ArcGIS

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support natural resources field studies and permitting efforts across water, transportation, and energy projects.

You will conduct wetlands delineations, flora/fauna surveys, and prepare reports under supervision, collaborating with senior staff to ensure compliance with NEPA and state permits. Preferred candidates will have extensive Northeast/Mid-Atlantic ecological knowledge, strong technical writing, and the ability to travel for field