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HDR

Senior Environmental Project Manager

HDR, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245


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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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.HDR is looking for a Senior Environmental Project Manager for our Environmental and Regulatory Team, to be based out of one of HDR's North Carolina (Charlotte and Raleigh) or South Carolina (Charleston, Greenville, and Columbia) office locations.Who You AreYou are an experienced environmental professional with strong working knowledge of and relationships across the environmental regulatory landscape in the southeastern US. You enjoy managing natural resources projects (e.g., wetlands, aquatics, terrestrial), ecological surveys, technical writing, environmental analysis document preparation, and federal and state permitting in support of private sector energy, industrial and infrastructure projects. You are able to market as well as perform environmental services. You work well autonomously, but also have excellent communication skills and enjoy collaborative organizations and environments. You are proficient in the preparation and management of environmental permit applications, natural resource assessments, and biological assessments. You are passionate about identifying and applying pragmatic and innovative solutions to exceed clients' expectations while also delivering projects within schedule and budget. You are seeking a new opportunity with an employee-owned company that can provide you with support to succeed and grow in your career, starting with onboarding into your new role, and the chance to be part of a growing team supporting diverse market sectors.Primary ResponsibilitiesFunction as a Senior Environmental Project Manager for natural resources studies and environmental permitting and related services for the Environmental and Regulatory Team in the southeastern US.Responsible for project management, proposal and cost estimate development, budgeting and invoicing, and management of projects' financial key performance indicators to complete work on schedule and within budget.Direct the technical and administrative aspects of natural resources studies, coordinate schedules, poviding technical QA, and lead problem resolution.Coordination and collaboration with other staff and clients including task delegation, client and internal project meetings, client relations, and coordination with scientific and engineering teams and regulatory agencies.Lead and manage ecological field surveys and assessments, data interpretation, analysis, and report writing.Lead the development of natural resources and environmental permitting strategies and report preparation.Manage and deliver multiple projects concurrently with very little to no oversight from senior staff.Provide QAQC and technical guidance on development of deliverables and implement QAQC procedures to promote high quality work.Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.Perform other duties as necessary.

Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, or closely related field10 years experience performing ecological surveys, technical writing, environmental analysis document preparation, and federal and state environmental permittingMust be able to market as well as perform environmental servicesExperience with wetlands, aquatics, terrestrial and other related studiesSpecific experience with permitting in the southeastern US including:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Section 404 and Regional General PermittingUSACE Section 401 Water Quality CertificationsUSACE Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors ActUSACE Section 408 for Civil Works projectsStormwater Pollution Prevention Plan development and inspectionsErosion and Sediment Control design conceptsFederal Energy Regulatory Commission environmental assessment, resource reporting, and permittingState Navigable Waters PermitsState or Local Riparian Buffer AuthorizationsU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Section 7 Endangered Species Act ConsultationsNational Environmental Policy Act regulation and document preparation

Excellent written and verbal communications skillsSelf-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude with a willingness and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamAbility to travel for field assignments and client meetings, and conduct field work in difficult or remote conditionsAbility to make sound decisions and advise other Senior Managers and clients on environmental regulatory requirements and processesAbility to mentor junior level staff and provide career development responsibilities and opportunities

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field10 years related experienceA minimum of 5 years of project management experienceFamiliar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management softwareMust have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR 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 CommitmentAs 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.Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh Industry: Environment/Sciences Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Environmental Sci and Planning Job Posting: Nov 20, 2024