About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That’s why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Environmental Scientist 1, we will count on you to:
- Support existing natural resource projects including water resources, renewable energy, municipality, federal, and other clients
- Lead or support field investigations including stream and wetland delineations, protected species surveys, and habitat assessments
- Review mapping (GIS/CAD), studies, and regulations, and assist in preparing environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments, and other natural resource reports
- Assist senior and mid-level scientists on environmental task assignments as requested.
- Perform other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Resources or Planning, or a closely related field.
- Knowledge of wetland delineation, field investigation techniques, and agency coordination requirements
- Proficient with MS Office Suite
- Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), adaptability, and ability to work with engineers, planners, and agencies
- Familiarity with applicable environmental regulations, laws, and guidelines
- Ability to travel for work as needed
- Ability and willingness to work outside under variable weather conditions.
- Ability to work as part of a team, with clients, and independently.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of applicable experience
- Familiar with the use/application of ArcGIS and mobile data collection apps, such as Survey123 and Field Maps, or handheld GPS units
- Tennessee Qualified Hydrological Professional (QHP) Certification (or QHP-IT) or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
- Knowledge of the flora and fauna of the KY/TN/AR area and surrounding states
- Preference will be given to local candidates
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn’t only about who you work for it’s also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
