HDR · 23 hours ago
Senior Environmental Scientist
Bedford, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $179K/yr
10+ years expHDR is a company committed to creating a welcoming environment where each employee is valued and respected. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Project Manager to plan and direct environmental planning and compliance projects, conduct assessments, and manage project teams while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
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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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
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
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
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