Senior Environmental Scientist

HDR; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 109,368 - 178,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Portland, Maine is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Project Manager. The role entails leading environmental planning and compliance projects while ensuring adherence to regulations. Candidates should have significant experience in environmental assessments and excellent project management skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and is conducted within a culture valuing employee ownership and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process.
• Experience managing large, complex EIS documents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct environmental planning and compliance projects.
• Prepare and analyze technical studies and permit applications.
• Conduct field assessments and support field investigations.

Skills

Project management

Environmental impact assessments

GIS tools

Excellent writing skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environment Science

Master's degree in environmental sciences

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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

In the role of Senior Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, we'll count on you to

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan and direct medium- to large-size environmental planning and compliance projects for transportation, water/wastewater, facilities, and other programs as identified
• Prepare, plan and analyze/review technical studies, permit applications, environmental planning studies, environmental assessments/impact analysis and associated permitting and compliance monitoring for transportation, infrastructure and development projects that require conformance with State/City Environmental Reviews & National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Experience with New England state DOT process (i.e., MEPA, CEPA) is a plus
• Research and interpret scientific literature, regulatory programs, guidance, and applications
• Collect project-related data, which may include research, conduct surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, natural resources, land use, etc.
• Work with GIS or oversee use of GIS tools
• Conduct environmental impact assessments
• Conduct field assessments, and support field investigations
• Support and manage projects which involve permitting, wetland and stream mitigation design, planning, environmental documents, etc.
• Manage or coordinate specialty sub consultants or consultant team members
• Define the level of environmental analysis required, coordinate with project team members in problem solving and solutions
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
• Accomplish work independently and through coordinating or supervising small to large technical and professional teams from local and regional offices
• Support regional or national projects in specific areas of technical expertise
• Be closely involved in public participation and multiple agency coordination (specifically New England state DOT’s)
• Take responsibility for project management, including developing and managing budgets, schedules, and quality of products
• Serve as Project Manager or Task Leader on larger projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of position
• Assist with business development/marketing for environmental services
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in environmental sciences or closely related field
• PMP certification
• Previous experience in the A/E industry desired
• Preference is given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field
• 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process
• Experience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projects
• Technical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized discipline
• Proficient with MS Office
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Staff management experience beneficial
• 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.

Primary Location: United States-Maine-Portland

Other Locations: United States-New Hampshire-Bedford, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-Rhode Island-Providence

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Environmental Sci and Planning

Job Posting: Nov 25, 2025

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Boston, MA}: $124,992-$178,560; {Providence, RI}: $109,368 - $156,240; {Rocky Hill, CT}: $114,576 - $163,680;

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.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.