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

The Opportunity:

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).

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.

Tetra Tech is a leader in the environmental industry providing strategic planning and support for private sector, industrial, and public sector clients. We seek to find talent that can help advance our brand and culture with a focus on client satisfaction. At Tetra Tech we have the skill, breadth and depth of resources, and technical talent to optimize management of our clients’ environmental challenges across all media (air, soil, and water).

Responsibilities of this position include interpreting federal, state, and local agency regulations. The role involves analyzing, overseeing, and reviewing project work products, such as site-specific technical data, calculations, technical reports, construction plans, cost estimates, environmental permit applications, and permit terms and conditions. These responsibilities will apply to the civil, environmental, and remediation industries. On-site work and short-term travel may be required.

The position will also involve building client relationships, supporting new business development activities, such as proposal preparation, and assisting with cross-selling opportunities.

Much of the work will be performed in support of the investigation and/or remediation of active and orphan sites (USEPA Superfund or New York State Superfund), where our clients are conducting work voluntarily or to comply with federal, state, or local environmental regulations.

• 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.
• Assist with proposals, 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.

• 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…