Senior Integrated Water Resource Planner / Engineer

HDR; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

HDR is looking for a Senior Integrated Water Resources Planner/Engineer to join their Water Resources team in Columbus, Ohio. This role requires a minimum of 10 years' experience in environmental planning, focusing on water supply and flood risk management.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management skills and be capable of leading studies, mentoring staff, and working directly with clients. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a competitive salary range of $100,000–$195,000 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years technical and/or field experience in complex environmental planning projects.
• Experience with federal plan formulation requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct medium-to-large-size planning and environmental compliance projects for the federal government.
• Prepare, plan and analyze compliance documents.
• Direct work of others in completion of required studies, documents and reports.

Skills

Leadership and technical experience

Project management

Environmental impact analysis

Excellent writing and communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Overview

HDR is seeking a Senior Integrated Water Resources Planner/Engineer for the Water Resources team. Candidates should have leadership and technical experience in integrated planning related to water supply, flood risk management, coastal storm risk management, environmental restoration, inland and deep draft navigation infrastructure projects, and experience in watershed‑scale feasibility studies for federal government clients. The role involves leading studies, mentoring staff, managing medium‑size projects within large programs, and interacting with clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct medium‑to‑large‑size planning and environmental compliance projects on behalf of the federal government.
• Prepare, plan and analyze compliance documents.
• Direct work of others in completion of required studies, documents and reports.
• Demonstrate extensive public participation, agency coordination, planning and programming experience.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with federal plan formulation requirements.

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.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that 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. The expected compensation range for this position is $100,000–$195,000 depending on skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location

United States – Texas – Houston

Additional Locations

• United States – Texas – Round Rock
• United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
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• United States – Minnesota
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• United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park
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EEO Statement

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.