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Summary:
The position will be responsible for geotechnical and environmental site assessments, soil and groundwater investigations (including groundwater / soil sampling), logging of soil borings, installing groundwater monitoring wells. Candidate must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload and travel as needed. Candidate should be able to meet time sensitive deadlines and carry out multiple priorities simultaneously. Experience with site investigations and/or remediation in the energy sector is beneficial.
Your Role:
- Assisting Project Managers with efficient execution of project scope of work on time and within budget.
- Providing supervision of field services for site investigations / assessments, drilling, soil, air, and groundwater sample collection, and related work.
- Supervise and coordinate with drilling, remediation, and construction subcontractors to ensure they follow defined work plans.
- Provide office support for data management and report preparation.
- Support execution of projects involving soil and groundwater investigation, compliance, and remediation activities in accordance with regulatory programs.
- Ability to work independently with diverse staff in the office and non-office settings.
- Serve as client field lead for Oil and Gas clients.
- Write documents and reports, including technical analysis, conclusions and recommendations.
- Utilize expertise (technical, logistical, regulatory, and finance) to assess project value and risk and cost minimization.
- Successfully complete tasks independently and in a leadership role in small groups.
- Must demonstrate a professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.
- Regular travel to project sites for field work, meetings, or other activities is required.
Qualifications:
- Position requires Independent fieldwork and leadership of field teams, as well as subcontractor oversight.
- 1 to 5 years of experience with implementing work associated with:
- Site investigations and collection of field data;
- Construction/Remediation at project sites involving multimedia (e.g., soil, surface water, and groundwater) and a demonstrated knowledge of applicable regulations and reporting requirements; or
- Construction project sites in the industries of commercial, energy, manufacturing, or oil & gas.
- Education requirements:
- An Associates degree in Geology or Environmental Science or similar degree is required.
- A Bachelor's of Science degree in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science or similar degree from an 4-year, accredited University is preferred.
- Successful track record of supporting project teams with technical skills and approach.
- Ability to travel and perform field work at various job sites within US, primarily Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma (up to 90% of time in a given year).
- A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
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.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
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