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HDR · 5 hours ago

Environmental Scientist 1

HDR is committed to creating a welcoming environment where every employee is valued and respected. In the role of Environmental Scientist I, you will work on a variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects, assisting with permits, documentation, and fieldwork under the guidance of more experienced scientists and engineers.

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Responsibilities

Work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects as they relate to water resources, transportation and development projects
Work under the supervision of mid-level and senior environmental scientist and water resource engineers
Take responsibility for assisting with environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation
Assist senior and mid-level scientists in field work associated with the collection of natural resource data
Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Environmental complianceNatural resources projectsNEPA documentationBiological assessmentsEffective communication

Required

Work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects as they relate to water resources, transportation and development projects
Work under the supervision of mid-level and senior environmental scientist and water resource engineers
Take responsibility for assisting with environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation
Assist senior and mid-level scientists in field work associated with the collection of natural resource data
Must be able to complete field site visits and record natural resource data in conditions that include sloped terrain, thick vegetation, and inclement weather
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without assistance
Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email
Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments
Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
Must have a valid Driver's License
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle day or night
There will be required travel for project work based on the needs of the business

Preferred

Preference given to local candidates

Company

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Galen Meysenburg
CFO
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Jeff Glover
Colorado Area Water Group Chief Engineer
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