Jobs · Consulting · Massachusetts

Environmental Scientist/Planner 1

HDR · Boston, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteConsulting$53k–$75k/yrFull-time

About the role

We're looking for an Environmental Scientist/Planner to join our dynamic team. Your work will be crucial in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and supporting the development of sustainable projects.

Responsibilities

  • Work on a wide variety of environmental compliance and natural resources projects
  • Assist with environmental permits, NEPA documentation, biological assessments and other environmental compliance documentation
  • Collect project-related data, including research, surveys, interviews, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, natural resources, land use, etc.
  • Prepare constraints mapping and assist with permitting, wetland and stream mitigation design, planning, documentation, etc.
  • Write, review, and edit work products with project team members
  • Coordinate with specialty sub consultants or consultant team members
  • Support and participate in public information meetings and hearings
  • Aid in permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance
  • Manage project schedules and track deliverables
  • Contribute to business development and project pursuit roles

Requirements

  • Masters' degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
  • Minimum of 1 year transportation or development-related technical and/or field experience
  • Experience in wetlands/natural resources, permitting, planning, NEPA, MEPA, CEPA, SEQRA, Section 7, research and assessment of regulations
  • Wetland certifications preferred (CWS, PWS, WPIT etc.)
  • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Field experience skills
  • Preferred local New England experience

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

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Pay

Massachusetts: $52,688 - $75,240
Rhode Island: $46,085-$65,835
Connecticut: $48,279-$65,835

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Environmental Planning

Job Posting

Jul 31, 2026

Company Information

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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