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Hydropower Regulatory Specialist / Project Manager

Employer
HDR ENGINEERING INC
Location
Spokane County, Washington, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jul 31, 2021

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Sector
Consultancy/Private Sector
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Project Management
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Description
About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR currently has an opening for a Senior Hydropower Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager to join our Pacific Northwest team to serve in a Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager role. Do you want to work with a collaborative, hard-working team dedicated to long-term clients and challenging projects? Come work with our experienced team of hydropower and environmental professionals to support clients in hydropower licensing.

This position will be a key part of delivering HDR's regulatory and FERC licensing services for hydropower projects regionally and nationally. The successful candidate shall be able to provide project management of small to mid-size environmental and regulatory projects and function as a task or study lead on larger, complex projects.

We are looking for a candidate that is team oriented, client focused, and flexible. This person will play a key role on large project management teams. Our team members are strategic advisors and technical reviewers, coordinating all technical and regulatory components of the FERC licensing process for consistency with overall strategic direction and client needs. Activities include preparation for, and participation in, regulatory agency and public meetings/hearings as required by the various permit/approval processes and client coordination, agency consultation, and follow-up. A successful candidate will be comfortable participating in and supporting business development activities.

A candidate with demonstrated experience as a PM, deputy PM or technical lead and enthusiasm to serve in a supervisory and mentoring role is preferred. Strong communication skills, superior technical writing, and ability to work with team members in multiple office locations are necessary.

An ideal candidate would have experience with federal, state and local permitting. Knowledge of FERC hydropower licensing or similar regulatory and consultation processes is required.

Familiarity with the hydropower industry in the Pacific Northwest preferred.

Candidates may need to travel for specific project assignments. Amount of travel dependent upon office location.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Master's degree in environmental science, planning, public policy, natural resource management, hydrology, engineering, recreation planning, wildlife ecology, or related field is strongly preferred.
BA/BS degree will be considered with demonstrated power-industry and regulatory/permitting experience at equivalent level.
8+ years of relevant environmental permitting, regulatory process management, and/or project/team management experience is required, with at least 3 years of experience with FERC hydropower licensing, application of environmental and regulatory requirements and compliance preferred. Candidates with senior level FERC project and team management experience are also highly encouraged to apply.

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Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location: United States-Washington-Seattle
Other Locations: United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Bellevue

Industry: Power
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Hydropower
Job Posting: Jun 25, 2021

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

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