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HDR Colorado is expanding its team of Environmental professionals. We currently have requisitions open for Environmental Scientist 1, 2, and Senior. We will be reviewing qualifications across the open requisitions to define hires and team structure.

HDR is looking to add an entry-level to junior environmental scientist to our friendly and highly collaborative Colorado team. Candidates who strive for excellence in their day-to-day work, scientific practice, and careers; as well as those individuals who are interested in continuing to expand their scientific knowledge through collaboration and continued learning will integrate well into our environmental practice. This role involves fieldwork and desk-based analysis. Our fieldwork includes biological resource surveys, habitat assessments, floristic surveys, vegetation mapping, and aquatic resource delineations. These are performed to support impact assessments, impact avoidance, long-term biological monitoring, regulatory permitting efforts, and pre post-construction compliance. Desk-based workload includes analyzing data collected in the field, preparation of biological resource reports, mitigation and monitoring plans, environmental documents, regulatory permit applications, aquatic resource delineation reports, and other technical papers, as needed. Our Environmental Science and Planning team includes a wide range of local and national professionals. These include biologists, wetland scientists, ecologists, avian specialists, botanists, and geospatial professionals. All bring a diverse range of expertise that is critical to HDR's commitment to excellence.

Preferred Skills Experience:

Minimum of 12 years of environmental consulting, resource agency, or similar work experience in Colorado or other areas of the Western U.S.Demonstrated field experience, including directing and leading field teams and survey efforts in Colorado or nearby within the American western mountains, great plains, and/or arid southwestStrong academic background with a bachelor’s degree in biological studies, natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, plant ecology, environmental science, or an equivalent subject, Master’s degree preferredExceptional and demonstrated technical writing abilityExperience drafting and reviewing technical documents such as scientific papers, survey finding reports, permit applications, compliance documentation, or similar requiredDemonstrated experience interacting with clients to deliver projects and develop future business opportunitiesAbility to conduct, lead, and direct wetland delineations, botanical surveys, avian surveys, and wildlife habitat assessments could be needed depending on staff availabilityPlan and direct medium- to large-size environmental planning and compliance projects for transportation, water/wastewater, facilities, land management, and other programs as identifiedWillingness to work on a wide variety of environmental projects across all HDR’s businesses, including water resources, transportation, power, development, and moreAccomplish work independently and through coordinating or supervising small to large technical and professional teams from local and regional officesSupport regional or national projects in specific areas of technical expertiseBe closely involved in public participation and multiple agency coordinationTake responsibility for project management, including developing and managing budgets, schedules, and quality of productsServe as Project Manager on larger projects as needed, but project management is not sole focus of positionIf needed, willingness to work in inclement conditions, travel for a week at a time for field work. Travel out of state may be requiredTravel needs vary seasonally but can be up to 35% during the field season.May be required to navigate rugged conditions on foot for extended periods of time (8-10 hours/day). Day and night surveys may be required.Good organizational and data handling skills, along with proficiency in MS Excel and Word. Experience with ArcGIS desktop software and applications (e.g., Collector) preferred.Self-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude with a willingness and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including biologists and environmental planners of different focus areas, and engineers that support infrastructure projects such as bridges, highways, transmission lines, solar farms, wind farms, pipelines, and reservoirs.Knowledge and ability to develop sustainable and resilient project solutions for infrastructure projects and municipal, statewide, and nationwide programs.An attitude and commitment to be an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustPerform other duties as needed

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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 processExperience 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.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ , People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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. 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.) Colorado: $99,820.00 - $156,860.00