Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Professional to support environmental permitting for power transmission and generation projects in the Western United States, based in Colorado.

You will apply environmental analysis and permitting expertise, guiding projects through NEPA and related reporting in a collaborative, employee-owned culture. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in environmental planning, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• 10+ years technical and/or field experience in complex environmental planning projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• Technical and/or field experience dealing with environmental impact issues, permit processes and documentation.
• Commitment to active participation in our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental permitting of power transmission and generation projects in the Western U.S.
• Prepare permits and guide projects through the NEPA process and related documents.
• Collaborate with resource specialists, engineering teams, and clients to identify project needs.
• Develop and screen project alternatives and assess environmental and social impacts.
• Prepare technical reports, data collection and management, and GIS mapping as needed.

Skills

Writing and communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Data handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

GIS

CAD

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?
Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
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.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side‑by‑side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is looking to add a Senior Environmental Professional experienced in supporting environmental permitting of power transmission and generation projects in the Western U.S. to our friendly and highly collaborative Colorado team. Candidates that strive for excellence in their day-to-day work, technical practice, and careers; as well as those individuals that are interested in continuing to expand their knowledge through collaboration and continued learning will integrate nicely into our environmental planning practice.

The successful candidate for this position will have applied experience in environmental analysis and permitting, with an emphasis on power generation and transmission projects and the ability to prepare/plan and analyze technical studies. They will understand permitting requirements and prepare permits, guide projects through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and prepare appropriate documents and similar reports. The successful candidate must have the ability to multitask, prioritize, and be well-organized and be proficient at working collaboratively with resource specialists, engineering teams, and clients to identify project needs. The Environmental Professional will help develop and screen project alternatives, assess environmental and social impacts, recommend mitigation commitments, and prepare technical reports in addition to collecting, assimilating, and managing data. Data may include the collection and development of geospatial mapping, research, and interviews with government agencies and clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience with delivering permitting support for infrastructure projects, including the development or review of relevant technical reports such as environmental impact technical reports, survey findings reports, compliance documentation, or similar required.
• Demonstrated ability to participate collaboratively on project teams and diverse technical teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients and project stakeholders.
• Good organizational and data handling skills.
• Experience with or demonstrated understanding of GIS or CAD software.
• Graphics development experience preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to accept internal and external feedback, and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years technical and/or field experience in complex environmental planning projects
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• Technical and/or field experience dealing with environmental impact issues, associated permit processes and documentation preparation/review
• 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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2026

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

We are an Aff an Equal Opportunity Employe r.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.