Water Resources Planner & Engineer — Federal Projects Lead

HDR, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with employer match

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Integrated Water Resources Planner/Engineer in California to lead planning and environmental projects for federal clients.

The role demands leadership on water supply, flood risk management, and related studies, with experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and engaging stakeholders. The candidate will mentor staff, manage medium-sized programs, and interact with clients while developing opportunities across their region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years environmental experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture.

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.

Skills

Public participation

Leadership

Client interaction

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Integrated Water Resources Planner/Engineer in California to lead planning and environmental projects for federal clients.

The role demands leadership on water supply, flood risk management, and related studies, with experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and engaging stakeholders. The candidate will mentor staff, manage medium-sized programs, and interact with clients while developing opportunities across their region.