Senior Environmental Lead, Transportation NEPA

HNTB Corporation; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an environmental scientist to lead NEPA documentation for major transportation projects across PA/NJ/DE/MD. You will supervise and guide junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The role involves client-facing work, data analysis, and development of environmental permit applications. Location options include King of Prussia, Philadelphia, or Harrisburg offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field and 8 years relevant experience.
• Master’s Degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field and 7 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads data collection and analysis for projects.
• Develops methodologies and sets up test equipment to gather scientific data.
• Assesses environmental effects related to planning, design, and construction of projects.
• Prepares reports on environmental science effects as task lead or principal author.
• Provides technical environmental support to project managers during planning, design, or construction.
• Reviews work for compliance with design criteria and regulatory standards.
• Assists in marketing and proposal preparation for opportunities or projects.
• Leads applications and documents for environmental permits and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Public meetings

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field

Master's Degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field

Job description

HNTB is seeking an environmental scientist to lead NEPA documentation for major transportation projects across PA/NJ/DE/MD. You will supervise and guide junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The role involves client-facing work, data analysis, and development of environmental permit applications. Location options include King of Prussia, Philadelphia, or Harrisburg offices.