Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager

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:' ' 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. HDR is seeking a highly motivated Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager to expand CEQA & NEPA services in the Southern California area. This position is responsible for collaborating and providing technical expertise across HDR’s business groups (Transportation, Resources, Water, BES, Architecture, and Federal). This individual will work with senior management across HDR’s business groups to develop new opportunities, manage and deliver projects, develop staff, and respond to client needs. This is a seller/doer position and requires an individual with a strong character of self‑motivation, technical capability, and team leadership. Responsibilities also include development and review of technical work products (environmental documents and technical studies) and project management. Technical work product includes, but is not limited to the management, preparation, planning, development, and/or analysis/review of technical studies and documentation that meet requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), federal and state permit applications. Work will be accomplished independently and through coordinating or supervising small to large technical and professional teams from local and regional offices. Project Management will include establishing the sequencing of environmental tasks/projects, from financial management of the project through successful completion (managing scope, schedule and budget) of the project using HDR’s technology, standards, and project delivery practices. Candidate will be responsible for task management, staff management, and mentor junior and mid-level environmental planning staff. In the role of Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager, we'll count on you to: Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development & initiation to close‑out) Responsible for any project assignment regardless of size, visibility, number of disciplines, technical complexity or number of staff. Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed‑to budget and schedule Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews Implement QA/QC procedures Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less‑experienced Project Managers Perform other duties as needed keywords: Senior Environmental Planning Project Manager, environmental planning Preferred Qualifications A license/certification PMP certification Familiar with Primavera P3 or SureTrak software preferred Familiar with Prolog software preferred Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience 10 years related experience A minimum of 5 years of project management experience Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills 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. Our Commitment 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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which 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 is $147,000 - $212,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Primary Location: United States-California-Los Angeles Other Locations: United States-California-Long Beach, United States-California-Riverside, United States-California-San Diego Industry: Environment/Sciences Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Environmental Planning Job Posting: Sep 10, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliation Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr