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Mid-Level Environmental Scientist/Engineer

Tetra Tech
Nashville, TN, US
Full-time

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world.

We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges.

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Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Your Role :

The Environmental Scientist / Engineer (Mid-Level) candidate will provide project support for environmental projects, related to federal, state, and commercial clients.

The Candidate will be responsible for completion of direction of personnel and completion of task level work, including : field investigations (including soil, water, and air sampling;

property condition assessments; and coordination with analytical laboratories), health and safety air monitoring, and preparation of technical reports.

Candidates with either environmental science, engineering, architecture, or geology experience are invited to apply. The candidate will be a seller / doer and continuously seek to grow business.

Candidates should have a history of executing and managing environmental projects for key clients and generating work for themselves and others.

The candidate will be expected to follow company safety standards, participate in safety training, and prepare as well as implement site-specific health and safety plans.

Qualifications :

7-15 years of professional environmental consulting experience is required, with history of increasing responsibility. Project experience to include : carrying out Phase I ESAs (ASTM-compliant), Phase II Site Investigations, Property Condition Assessments, asbestos surveys, and vapor intrusion assessments.

Previous field experience required, including sampling activities and environmental drilling operations, ability to work independently on field projects.

  • Experience preparing technical reports, memos, response to comments tables, and diagrams is required. Must be a competent technical writer.
  • Attention to detail is required. The successful candidate must be able to observe, evaluate, and document site field conditions and communicate changes in field conditions to senior staff.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret chemistry and environmental data is required.
  • Ability to interface with clients, subcontractors, working groups, and internal customers required.
  • The successful candidate is able to communicate effectively and make evaluated decisions for the betterment of the client and the company.
  • The successful candidate will work as a problem solver, will have an interest and ability to work in a collaborative manner, and will have the flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
  • Project management training or experience is preferred.
  • Ability to assist with cost estimating and obtaining bids from vendors and subcontractors is preferred.
  • The successful candidate will work as a problem solver, will have an interest and ability to work in a collaborative manner, and will have the flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
  • GIS experience is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Must be able to manage time well and work on tasks as part of a larger project team.
  • Must have a strong health and safety ethic.
  • Ability to work during core and extended hours as required.
  • A strong drive to succeed and five-star work ethic is preferred. The successful candidate will have the ability to maintain a relatively consistent level of positivity, day to day.

Education and Certifications :

  • BS / BA degree in Environmental Science, Architecture, Engineering, Geology or a related discipline is required.
  • Masters degrees are preferred.
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training is preferred.
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training and 8-hour OSHA Supervisors of Hazardous Waste Operations Training are preferred.
  • Asbestos inspector certifications are preferred.

Physical Demands :

  • Candidate must be able to walk large project sites and must be physically able to carry up to 35 pounds of equipment (such as sampling tools, GPS unit, field screening equipment and cameras) during field work.
  • Field activities take place in a variety of weather conditions, and can occur in remote locations and include areas of uneven terrain or occur during harsh weather.
  • Field sampling and monitoring may include various media (asbestos, soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil gas, and air).
  • Candidate must be able to sit at a desk / computer in an office environment for office-based tasks.
  • Candidates may be required to access roofs during field inspections.

Work Environment :

The work environment will consist of a mix of office and field work, with some field work requiring overnight stays.

About Tetra Tech :

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world.

Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees 22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https : / / www.tetratech.com / careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities :

LinkedIn : @TetraTechCareers

Twitter : @TetraTechJobs

Facebook : @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values.

Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.

We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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