Environmental Scientist 2

at HDR ENGINEERING INC. in Rosemont, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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?

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HDR is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Springfield, IL office. In the role of Environmental Scientist II, we'll count on you to work on a variety of energy and development projects in Illinois and elsewhere. The ideal candidate has used ArcPro Geographic Information Systems (GIS) extensively in their work and has prepared permit applications and compliance reports. You would collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting field surveys for threatened and endangered species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, and field investigations for wetlands, land use, and sensitive habitats. You would then assimilate and manage data, prepare constraints mapping, define the level of environmental analysis required, conduct environmental impact assessments, assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings, and assist public and private clients with permit coordination, land acquisition and compliance. You'll be expected to perform complex assignments, make independent decisions on problems and methods, be able to work independently on medium-size projects, as well as assist more-senior scientists and engineers on larger projects.
Candidate must be able to direct and mentor junior staff, manage tasks, and assist Project Managers and other senior level personnel. Task management responsibilities may include developing proposals and contract fees, managing scope, budget, schedule, and guiding less experienced staff to task completion. Position will require client and stakeholder meetings, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspection. Some periodic, out of state travel may be required.

In the role of Environmental Scientist II, we'll count on you to

Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, land use, etc
Assimilate and manage data
Prepare constraints mapping
Define the level of environmental analysis required
Conduct environmental impact assessments
Perform complex assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods
Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance
Work independently on medium-size projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
Perform other related duties as needed
Preferred but not Required:
Master's degree in environmental science or related field.
Trained in performing wetland delineations per U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requirements.
Experienced in using ArcPro GIS for analysis and presentation.
Experienced in preparing permit applications, including Section 404, Section 401, and NPDES
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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... For full info follow application link.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.  

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. 

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

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