Environmental Planner​/Deputy Project Manager – Midwest Region; Hybrid or Remote

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Environmental Planner/Deputy Project Manager to support our growing energy practice throughout the Midwest Region, with an additional opportunity for candidates based in Denver, Colorado.

The successful candidate will combine technical expertise in environmental planning, energy siting, permitting, and environmental impact assessments with project management responsibilities. Preferred project experience includes solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and transmission lines.

We offer a collaborative, supportive, and entrepreneurial environment where professionals can challenge themselves, expand their expertise, and contribute to the continued growth of our Midwest energy practice.

Location: Midwest Region (IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI) and Denver, CO

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:

• Manage and lead project tasks, including supporting proposal development, cost estimates, project execution, budget tracking, and forecasting.
• Support energy facility siting and routing, permitting, environmental field surveys, resource analysis, agency coordination, and public outreach.
• Prepare conditional use, land use, right-of-way, and other local jurisdictional permit applications.
• Assist in managing resource studies, including wildlife, wetlands, and cultural resources, as well as state utility board applications.
• Support client representation before federal, state, and local agencies, planning commissions, and public forums.
• Coordinate with agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), and applicable Midwest regulatory agencies.
• Support National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and state-level environmental review processes.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations to support permitting feasibility and compliance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Conduct activities in accordance with internal procedures, applicable legislation, and industry standards.
• Maintain professional development and awareness of evolving industry regulations and practices.
• Follow all applicable health and safety procedures and report incidents or concerns.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of consulting experience, including project management responsibilities and leading technical tasks.
• Experience working with Midwest regulatory agencies and permitting frameworks, particularly in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
• Strong analytical,…