Environmental Planner 1

HDR•Walnut Creek, CA

About The Position

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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. In the role of Environmental Planner 1, we'll count on you to:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resources or Planning
Experienced in MS Office Suite
Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
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

Nice To Haves

Interested in transportation related projects: trails, streets, highways, transit, rail and aviation.
Experience working with Transportation/Transit Agencies
Exposure to environmental analysis, CEQA or NEPA
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present in front of clients and the public
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Work in a team setting to perform environmental assessments related to CEQA and/or NEPA clearance while collaborating with a team of technical staff to write reports and technical memos
Research and analyze technical environmental topics including screening constraints and opportunities to help determine findings in accordance with regulatory requirements
Interest to work with transportation clients including Caltrans, FHWA, MTC, BART, CTA, FTA, FRA, FAA or other agencies and assist in completing the appropriate level of analysis
Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
Collect, assimilate and manage project-related data for environmental science and planning-related studies
Prepare constraints mapping and required documents. Review mapping (GIS/CAD), studies and regulations, and assist in preparing environmental compliance documents.
Assist in preparation and participation of public/client meetings and hearings
Prepare, plan and analyze/review technical studies, permit applications, NEPA documents, and similar reports/documents
Assist senior staff in environmental task assignments
May require the ability to travel
Perform other duties as needed