Environmental Planner 2 - job 1 of 2

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.Primary ResponsibilitiesHDR is looking to add exceptional environmental planners to our friendly and highly collaborative Colorado team. Candidates that strive for excellence in their day-to-day work, technical practice, and careers; as well as those individuals that are interested in continuing to expand their knowledge through collaboration and continued learning will integrate nicely into our environmental planning practice.Our environmental planners work across all business sectors, including transportation, energy, and development. The successful candidate for this position will have applied experience in environmental analysis, with an emphasis on transportation with the ability to prepare/plan and analyze technical studies, understand permitting requirements and prepare permits, guide projects through National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and prepare appropriate documents and similar reports, such as Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) studies. Person must have the ability to multitask, prioritize, and be well organized. This person will be expected to work collaboratively with resource specialists and engineering teams to identify project needs, help develop and screen project alternatives, assess for environmental and social impacts, recommend mitigation commitments, and prepare technical reports. The position would be expected to collect, assimilate, and manage data which may include the collection and development of GIS mapping, research, and interviews with government agencies and clients. Position would also support environmental project managers in project pursuits and delivery through preparation and participation in proposal process, project (public and client) meetings, and tracking project progress.Required Skills & Experience:• Exceptional and demonstrated technical writing ability. At least five (5) years of experience with NEPA documentation or development of technical reports such as environmental impact technical reports, survey findings reports, compliance documentation, or similar required.• Demonstrated ability to participate collaboratively on project teams and diverse technical teams.• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients and project stakeholders.• Experience with or demonstrated understanding of GIS or CAD software.• Graphics development experience preferred but not required.• Self-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to accept internal and external feedback, and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Required 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• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR 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 CommitmentAs 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.) {Pay Transparency Location1}: $65,902.00 - $109,010.00Primary Location:United States-Colorado-DenverOther Locations:United States-Colorado-Durango, United States-Colorado-Fort Collins, United States-Colorado-Grand JunctionIndustry:Environment/SciencesSchedule:Full-timeEmployee Status:RegularBusinessClass:Environmental Sci and PlanningJob Posting:Sep 10, 2024At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.