Mid-Level Scientist (Environmental Remediation) - Upstate NY Area

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Scientist for our Environmental Compliance, Investigation, and Remediation team in New York - specifically Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse or Goshen.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Tetra Tech is a leader in the environmental industry providing strategic planning and support for private sector, industrial, and public sector clients. We seek to find talent that can help advance our brand and culture with a focus on client satisfaction. At Tetra Tech we have the skill, breadth and depth of resources, and technical talent to optimize management of our clients' environmental challenges across all media (air, soil, and water).

Position Summary:

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the collection of environmental data from air, soil and/or groundwater, the interpretation of federal, state, and local agency regulations, the assessment of laboratory data and preparation of tables, figures and documents (i.e., letters, memoranda and reports). The role may also involve the management of project tasks, field sampling teams and/or project-specific tasks necessary for completion of client work. On-site work and short-term travel may be required. The position will also involve building client relationships, supporting new business development activities, such as proposal preparation, and assisting with cross-selling opportunities.

Much of the work will be performed in support of the investigation and/or remediation of active and orphan sites (USEPA Superfund or New York State Superfund), where our clients are conducting work voluntarily or to comply with federal, state, or local environmental regulations..

• Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Interpret federal, state, and local agency regulations

• Assess potential environmental impacts and challenges

• Perform field work, as necessary, to collect air, soil, sediment and/or groundwater samples, and/or supervise the collection of samples by field teams and subcontractors

• Scope and direct project tasks, including leading project field or task teams

• Analyze data and review project work products, including site-specific technical data, calculations, technical reports, cost estimates, environmental permit applications, and permit terms and conditions

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and help direct work for multiple projects and clients

• Support strategic initiatives to maintain and expand work with key clients and business sectors

• Support the work of others and maintain quality control for projects and administrative tasks

• Work independently to complete project tasks, design activities, calculations, and/or reports that meet project-specific requirements

• Work at landfills, contaminated sites, and/or other locations where heavy equipment, contamination, or other health hazards may be present

• Assist with proposals, including developing technical plans, schedules, and cost estimates, and preparing proposals with staff and clients

• Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to think and act critically and strategically

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental sciences, geology, or a related environmental field

• Minimum of 2-7 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

o Environmental consulting

o Environmental compliance

o Site investigation and remediation

• Experience with NYSDEC regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Candidates who do not currently possess a TWIC must be eligible and willing to obtain one as a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D is preferred.
• Established client relationships are a plus.
• Project management experience, including budgeting and invoicing, is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to sit and work at a computer for extended periods; occasional standing and walking within the office environment.

• Occasionally required to lift/move up to 10 lbs., with infrequent lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May occasionally travel to field sites (approximately 10-50% of the time), which can involve walking on uneven terrain and slopes up to 2:1 or 3:1 grade.
• When in the field, must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator if required, and may need to meet medical clearance standards based on assignment.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Office-based work typically involves low hazard exposure, though noise levels may vary depending on nearby activities or equipment.
• Outdoor conditions for occasional field assignments may involve exposure to physical and chemical hazards, heat and cold stress, uneven terrain, and other adverse environmental factors; PPE-including hearing protection and respirators-may be required.
• Noise levels differ by assignment, and appropriate hearing protection may be necessary; reasonable accommodations are available to support employees with disabilities.
• Travel between sites or offices may be required, with employees expected to operate vehicles safely under varying weather, traffic, and environmental conditions.

Additional Information:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Tetra Tech SWE will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Pay: $65,000 - 95,000 annually, commensurate with skill level, geography region and experience.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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

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Additional Information

• Organization: 209 SWE