Environmental Project Scientist (Finance)
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time, Environmental Project Scientist based in Salt Lake City, UT. The work is primarily from your home. You must live in Salt Lake City, UT.
Your Role:
The selected candidate will:
• Coordinate multiple hazardous materials (asbestos, lead paint, mold, universal wastes, etc.) projects simultaneously for government clients including surveys, preparation of technical specifications, and third-party oversight work.
• Prepare various sized technical reports (some examples - third party oversight reports, completion reports, Phase I and II's, remedial work plans, facility assessment tools)
• Determine federal, state and local environmental laws and statutes for projects nationwide.
• Provide professional expertise in technical and administrative support for identification, documentation and notifications related to releases, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct surveys - AHERA, renovation/demolition, emergency response/recovery (ex: wildfires, floods, hurricanes, hazmat spills etc.), condition assessments,
• Coordinate work scopes and prepare proposals.
• Schedule field teams and subcontractors.
• Coordinate logistics for emergency response and client infrastructure support.
• Coordinate generators, fueling, and heating projects.
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 50 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:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience with industrial hygiene, environmental health and safety consulting, and environmental science. In addition, you will have / be:
• Experience writing technical reports and understanding of data for asbestos, lead, and mold sampling.
• Ability to conduct third party oversight for abatement of asbestos, lead and mold.
• Experience with government programs and industrial hygiene regulations.
• Able to manage a heavy project load (estimate 25 projects or more) at any given time.
• Able to clearly and concisely communicate with colleges, clients, project teams, contractors and sub-contractors.
• Problem solving skills
• Detailed oriented
• Highly motivated and client focused
• Work well in a team environment
Degree / Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences or physical sciences (e.g., geology, biology, hydrology, health physics) from an accredited United States college or university is required.
• Master's degree in above listed sciences preferred.
• Industrial Hygiene Management certification is a plus.
• EPA HERA Building Inspection License is a plus.
• EPA Lead Inspector is a plus.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
• 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety certification is a plus.
Work Environment
This position requires roughly 25% travel. You must be able to:
• Work at a desk/computer.
• The work may require the use of protective clothing for field mobilizations.
• Drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
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.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
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 Techis 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:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
- Organization: 103 EMI
