Environmental Scientist

About This Role

This role involves providing environmental compliance support for solid waste projects, primarily in Alaska, with potential assignments in other market sectors. It suits an environmental scientist committed to high-quality standards and capable of working safely in remote outdoor settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work, including groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, and landfill gas monitoring and sampling
• Support solid waste permit applications, including writing and reviewing technical work products (environmental documents and technical studies)
• Work with project managers, clients, and subject matter experts for permitting needs

Requirements

• 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
• Field work experience and ability to work safely and efficiently in remote outdoor settings in Alaska under a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to work cooperatively with professionals from other disciplines, clients, project managers, business development professionals, and operational leadership

Nice to have:

• 2 to 5 years environmental permitting and/or compliance experience in Alaska
• Experience with field sampling, monitoring, solid waste/landfill, and air quality
• Preference given to local candidates

About the Company

HDR is an employee-owned company that delivers comprehensive solutions spanning waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation within the waste sector. They foster a culture of inclusion and are committed to creating sustainable, cost-effective systems for cleaner environments and healthier communities.