Mid-Level Engineer or Geologist (Project Manager - Environmental) - Upstate New York Area

About the role

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Project Manager for our Environmental Compliance, Investigation, and Remediation team based in Upstate New York (Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse, NY).

Responsibilities

• Interpret federal, state, and local agency regulations.
• Assess potential environmental impacts and challenges.
• Scope and direct projects, including leading project 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 reports that meet project-specific requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and maintain positive client relationships.
• Manage multiple projects and competing company priorities.
• Work at landfills, contaminated sites, and/or other locations where heavy equipment, contamination, or other health hazards may be present.
• Aid in proposal preparation, 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, geology, or a related environmental field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license, or the ability to obtain licensure within one year of hire.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Environmental consulting
• Environmental compliance
• Site investigation and remediation
• Experience with NYSDEC regulations required.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include experience with New York State environmental regulations, New York State Brownfield programs (BCP and/or BOA), NYCDEP, Autodesk Civil 3D, established client relationships, and project management experience.

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 10–30% 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.

Pay

$75,000 – 125,000 annually, commensurate with skill level, geography region and experience.

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.