HDR

Environmental Scientist II

HDR • $70K — $95K *
Seattle, WA 98115In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a related field.
  • 5 years of technical and field experience preparing environmental documents.
  • Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel).
  • Strong environmental writing and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead wetland and stream delineations and functional assessments.
  • Conduct vegetation surveys and wildlife habitat surveys in diverse settings.
  • Collect project-related data through field investigations and research.
  • Independently prepare environmental reports and critical assessments.
  • Prepare documentation for compliance with various environmental regulations.
  • Work on small to medium-size projects, providing support on larger efforts.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in varied urban and remote settings.
  • Potential for leadership roles in project assessments.
  • Participation in an employee-owned culture emphasizing safety and quality.
  • Diverse project work that encompasses multiple environmental compliance areas.
  • Regular local travel to conduct field work.
Full Job Description
In the role of Environmental Scientist II, we'll count on you to

  • Ability to lead wetland and stream delineations and functional assessments, vegetation surveys, wildlife habitat surveys, and other field activities in urban and remote settings.
  • Collect project-related data, which may include research, field investigations for wetlands and waters, ability to complete aquatic and terrestrial habitat assessment, map reviews, land use, etc.
  • Ability to lead wetland and stream delineations and functional assessments, vegetation surveys, wildlife habitat surveys, and other field activities in urban and remote settings.
  • Independently prepare written environmental reports including wetland and stream delineation reports, critical areas reports, floodplain habitat assessments, shoreline site assessments, monitoring reports, and assist in developing mitigation options, plans and documents to address project impacts.
  • Prepare documentation to support critical areas regulations, Endangered Species Act consultation, Clean Water Act Section 404 and 401 Permitting, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 10, SEPA/NEPA compliance, WDFW Hydraulic Project Approvals, local Shoreline Permits, Local Land Use Permits or Variances, and other state/local permits.
  • Work independently on small to medium-size projects, or assist more senior scientists on larger projects.
  • Perform other related duties as needed


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with wetland delineations using Western Mountain Valleys Coast and Arid West delineation regional supplements to the Corps of Engineers wetland delineation manuals.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with Federal and/or Washington state/local permits.
  • Assist in defining the level of environmental analysis required.
  • Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) certification.
  • Experience with GPS units, GIS software and webmaps, to support data collection, mapping, and reporting.
  • Valid Washington State Driver's license and ability to travel locally on a regular basis to conduct field work.
  • Effective conceptual, problem-solving and research abilities.
  • Strong organization skills and ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with changing deadlines and priorities
  • A demonstrated commitment to safety and quality and an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture are essential.
  • Qualified WSDOT Biological Assessment Author.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
  • 5 years technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents
  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel)
  • Strong environmental writing and communication skills
  • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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