Environmental Science Jobs in Chelsea, MA (NOW HIRING)

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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In the role of Environmental Scientist/Planner, we'll count on you to
In the role of Environmental Scientist/Planner, we'll count on you to
• Work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects as they relate to water resources, transportation and development project
• Work under the supervision of mid-level and senior environmental scientist and water resource engineer
• Take responsibility for assisting with environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation
• Assist senior and mid-level scientists in field work associated with the collection of natural resource data
• Work on environmental planning, environmental assessments/impact analysis and associated permitting and compliance monitoring for transportation and other infrastructure projects that require conformance with state environmental reviews & National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
• Research and interpret scientific literature, regulatory programs, guidance, and application
• 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, natural resources, land use, etc.
• Assimilate and manage data, provide creative graphical representations of complex information
• Prepare constraints mapping
• Work with geographic positioning tools and information system
• Support and manage projects which involve permitting, wetland and stream mitigation design, planning, documentation, etc.
• Write, review, and edit work products with project team members in problem solving and solution
• Conduct quality reviews for content, accuracy and completeness, meeting client and corporate standard
• Perform assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods, and coordinate with other team members and technical staff
• Coordinate with specialty sub consultants or consultant team member
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearing
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance
• Assist with project schedules, have responsibility for tracking leading and delivering products and project
• Interact with clients and agencie
• Support in business development and project pursuit role
• Perform other related duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
• Masters 's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• A minimum of 1 year transportation or development-related technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents which should include experience in wetlands/natural resources, permitting, planning, NEPA, MEPA, CEPA, SEQRA, Section 7, research and assessment of regulations, GIS application
• Candidates who reside locally in the New England area and have New England experience are preferred
• Field experience skills preferred
• Wetland certifications preferred. CWS, PWS, WPIT etc.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilitie
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or closely related field
• Knowledge of wetland delineation, field investigation techniques, and agency coordination requirements
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• MS Office experience
• 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.
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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.