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Your Role:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Scientist or Engineer (Jr. Level) to work in our Washington, DC or Chantilly, VA office to provide support on a variety of environmental projects, including emergency response with significant travel and on-call support.

This position will involve providing technical support in the areas of emergency response, removal assessment, and removal action. Members of the emergency response team are responsible for maintaining on-call readiness to handle emergency responses and provide remedial and restoration guidance/solutions to clients in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Members of the team are also responsible for the planning and oversight of operations and site health and safety. Work will include multi-media sampling, field audits and inspections, organizing and reviewing data, preparing reports, file reviews, collection of air monitoring data, training and exercise support, contractor oversight, and related services. Responsibilities may also include training presentations, preparation of statement of qualifications and proposals, and other consulting activities. Work for other government and private sector clients in these areas is also possible.

Qualifications:

0-5 years' experience in environmental consulting, HazMat response, or related field required.

• Strong emergency response and remediation management skills and the ability to respond quickly within a mandatory response time required.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations also required.
• Experience with remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, water resources desirable.
• Previous experience working on EPA projects a plus.
• Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.
• Must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload, travel, and be on-call as needed.
• Excellent communication, client interaction, and organizational skills, as well as proficiency with MS Office applications are required.
• Expertise in training curriculum development and implementation is also desired.
• GIS data analysis and geo-statistics, coding (VBA, Python, etc.), and data management skills a plus.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check.

Desired skills in the ideal candidate include but are not limited to:

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, the general public, elected officials, business leaders, and a variety of other stakeholders.
• Analytical skills related to qualitative and quantitative data.
• Technical and non-technical writing
• Information and data analysis
• Multi-tasking and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check.

Education and Certifications:

B.S. in environmental science or related degree required.
40-hour OSHA, ICS or related training, or demonstrated first responder (environmental emergency response) experience preferred.
Asbestos certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands:

The position requires the ability to conduct field work. Ability to carry field equipment (30 to 40 pounds) and wear personal protective gear as needed. Work in outdoor areas during all seasons and weather.

Work Environment:

The position's primary work environment is office/field. The position will require occasional travel to client sites and other locations to conduct meetings, site visits, etc. These sites may be outside, exposing the candidate to weather conditions and varying terrain. Site visits or other meetings may involve long periods of time in a motor vehicle. Some occasional evening and/or weekend work and/or travel will be required.

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), my flex time (MFT), 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
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