Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an Environmental Scientist/Regulatory Specialist to join our established and growing team, supporting projects in renewable and commercial energy generation, transmission, transportation, and other federal and state programs in the Southeast.
In this role, you'll work in a positive, team-focused environment to help Tetra Tech's Project Managers meet the diverse environmental regulatory compliance needs of our clients. We are looking for an individual with a strong desire to learn, excellent communication skills, and the ability to contribute effectively as a team member.
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.
Your Role:
- Assist or serve as a technical lead on various resource management planning projects.
- Conduct due diligence and manage local, state, and federal permitting processes for projects, including writing permit documents, NEPA documents, mitigation plans, and other compliance documents.
- Support project development, including work scopes, proposals, and cost estimates, and develop compliance strategies.
- Represent clients in negotiations with regulatory agencies, ensuring high technical competence in all work products.
- Collaborate with project teams to develop innovative approaches to project permitting and assessment.
- For the right candidate, this role offers potential for growth into a larger position.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in environmental science/policy, natural resource planning, biology, ecology, geography, or a related field.
- 1-5 years of experience in environmental consulting.
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
- Experience with ESA (Sections 7 and 10), USFWS consultation processes, CWA (Sections 401 and 404), and other state-specific environmental regulations.
- Familiarity with environmental impact assessment fundamentals; experience preparing NEPA documentation (EISs, EAs, Categorical Exclusions) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Windows-based software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- A self-starter with the ability to identify daily needs and assist as necessary to complete tasks.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
- 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.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
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
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