Environmental Planner 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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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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.
- Collect project-related data, which may include research, interviews with government agencies and clients, land use and zoning reviews.
- Prepare, plan, and analyze/review technical studies, permit applications, and similar reports/documents for local, Washington state, and Federal permitting efforts, including:
- Local land use permits, including Shoreline Permits, Conditional Use Permits, Variances, Special Use Permits.
- Local development permits, including Building Permits, Clear & Grade Permits, etc.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 10 and 404 permitting.
- Washington Ecology 401 WQC permitting.
- WDFW Hydraulic Project Approvals. Assist with preparation of State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Environmental Impact Statements and Checklists and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments and Categorical Exclusions.
- Apply knowledge of relevant land use and environmental laws, permitting requirements, and regulatory framework.
- Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance.
- Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings.
- Provide guidance to Environmental Planner I staff on task execution.
- Perform other duties as needed
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification desired.
- Advanced degree is preferred
- Local candidates preferred.
- Prior experience permitting within Washington State and regional jurisdictions.
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- 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 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.
