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Environmental Due Diligence Consultant

Tetra Tech
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/9/2026

Summary:

Tetra Tech is currently seeking an Environmental Due Diligence Consultant. This role offers flexibility to work remotely, provided you are near a well-connected airport, or you have the opportunity to work from local Tetra Tech offices (including Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Plano TX, and Irvine CA). As an Environmental Due Diligence Consultant, you will serve as a key member of the Corporate Investor Services group at Tetra Tech and will provide expertise in business development, deal team management, environmental site assessments, technical report writing and review, and excellent client service within the transactional M&A Due Diligence space.

Any candidates interested in this opportunity should apply by the November 13, 2026, deadline.

 

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.

Essential Job Functions:

  • The primary role of the Mid-Level Environmental Due Diligence Professional is to conduct Phase I Environmental site assessments (ESAs), environmental compliance audits, high-level health and safety reviews, and coordinate multi-site deals that include various transaction-based environmental due diligence services.

  • Evaluate all types of real estate, commercial, and industrial operations.

  • Analyze and recognize potential environmental impact and compliance issues, as well as legacy environmental liabilities.

  • Provide clear and concise findings, recommendations, and options regarding client deliverables.

  • Coordinate and manage due diligence projects involving multi-site portfolios and teams in support of financial and industrial mergers, divestitures, and acquisitions.

  • Collaborate in a team atmosphere to plan and meet timelines and requirements along with budget goals.

  • Client facing, able to identify and develop new opportunities, prepare technical proposals.

  • Develop, track, and document project expectations and budgets.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • BS degree in science related discipline required.

  • 6-10 years of experience in environmental consulting field required.

  • Proven experience in assessing a variety of property/industry types as well as transaction types.

  • Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations.

  • Strong research skills and abilities, oral and written communication skills, including strong proficiency in technical report writing.

  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with the ability to change directions and scope quickly.

  • Familiarity with communicating to the client in business terms.

  • Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines within budget.

  • Ability to travel up to 50% or more of the time for project work.

  • 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. 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

  • Experience with environmental compliance reviews.

  • Knowledge/familiarity with environmental health and safety assessments.

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to travel to various industrial, commercial, and manufacturing facilities (up to 50% of field work/travel required).

  • Field tasks will include work to be performed outside, and as a result will include working in various environmental factors (weather, noise levels, hazardous chemicals, altitude, terrain, etc.). This can include remaining stationary for long periods of time, walking at least one mile, lifting, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and traversing uneven terrain.

  • Office-based tasks will include frequent periods of time sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer and other office equipment

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

  • Field work in various weather conditions and environmental factors.

  • Based out one of our local offices (including Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Plano TX, and Irvine CA) with potential of a remote work arrangement, but the candidate must reside within 40 miles of one of the local offices and/or have the ability to reach a major airport within an hour. This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company’s discretion.

Additional Information:

  • Full-time, Monday through Friday work scheduled (40 hours). Occasionally extended hours may be required based on project and/or client needs.

  • Work will be performed in an office and field setting.

Target salary range:  $75,000 to $100,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
  • Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
  • 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.

 

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

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

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

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

Salary : $75,000 - $100,000

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