Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. 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 Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist (Mid to Senior Level) to work out of our Chantilly, VA office location.  The selected candidate will provide project support for stormwater compliance projects, related to federal, state, municipal, and commercial clients. The Candidate will be responsible for completion and management of tracking and executing tasks within an overall Stormwater Pollution Prevention Compliance Action Plan (Action Plan) for critical source facilities. The candidate will work collaboratively with and under the supervision of a senior scientist or project manager. The candidate will be expected to follow company safety standards, participate in safety training, and prepare as well as implement site-specific health and safety plans. The candidate will be responsible for the coordination and completion of quarterly visual inspections of stormwater infrastructure at 20 facilities with critical sources of stormwater pollution, updating Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and ensuring timely submission to EPA, and establishing a repository of relevant reports, maintenance logs, and training records; and ensuring all short and long-term tasks including in the Action Plan are being met. The candidate will manage logistics of work to gain compliance with stormwater regulations at critical source facilities throughout Washington, DC including coordinating necessary supplies for SWPPP implementation and tracking agency progress; assisting with administrative duties of Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) coverage including assisting with applying for coverage, uploading monitoring data, and developing the annual report in a preparer role in NeT-MSGP and NetDMR as a preparer in EPA's Central Data Exchange; coordinating, documenting, and reporting annual stormwater trainings for staff, contractors, subcontractors, and agents of the facilities; provide bi-weekly status updates on all activities in the Action Plan; provide advice and recommendation on improving compliance efforts including cost estimates for infrastructure enhancements; and assist with identification of funding sources and completion of grant applications and budget enhancement requests for BMP projects.

Job Requirements:

• 8+ years of professional environmental consulting experience is required, with history of increasing responsibility. Project experience to include: stormwater regulation compliance projects, SWPPP inspections, stormwater BMP maintenance, giving stormwater compliance trainings, and providing bi-weekly status updates to clients.
• Previous field experience required, including supervision of maintenance activities, ability to work independently on field projects.
• Experience preparing technical reports, memos, and diagrams is required. Must be a competent technical writer.
• Attention to quality is required. The successful candidate must be able to observe, evaluate, and document site field conditions and communicate changes in field conditions to senior staff.
• Position is based in Tetra Tech's Chantilly, Virginia office, but the candidate must be willing to make regular or daily trips to client locations in Washington, DC.
• Must live in the Washington, DC metropolitan area at the time of application.
• Ability to interface with clients, subcontractors, working groups, and internal customers required.
• The ability to work extended hours based on the Company’s needs is required.
• Experience with federal, state, municipal, and private sector projects is preferred.
• Ability to assist with cost estimating and obtaining bids from vendors and subcontractors is preferred.
• Ability to review and summarize agency regulations, policies, and procedures into “plain English” is preferred.
• Enthusiasm, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude is a plus.
• The successful candidate is able to communicate effectively and make evaluated decisions for the betterment of the client and the company.
• The successful candidate will work as a problem solver, will have an interest and ability to work in a collaborative manner, and will have the flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
• High-level skill using Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel and Word is required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must be able to manage time well and work on tasks as part of a larger project team.
• Must have a strong health and safety ethic.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and able to take directions and work independently.
• A strong drive to succeed and professional approach to work are required. The successful candidate will have the ability to maintain a relatively consistent level of positivity, day to day.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check.
• BS/BA degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or Natural Resource Management, Environmental Planning or a related discipline is required. Master’s degree that had a thesis requirement is preferred.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training is preferred. OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training and 8-hour OSHA Supervisors of Hazardous Waste Operations Training are preferred.  Registered professional geologists, engineers, or CHMMs are preferred

Must be able to walk large project sites and must be physically able to carry up to 35 pounds of equipment (such as sampling tools, GPS unit, field screening equipment and cameras) during field work.  Field activities take place in a variety of weather conditions which can occur in remote locations and include areas of uneven terrain or occur during harsh weather. Field sampling and monitoring may include various media (soil, groundwater, surface The work environment will consist of a mix of office and field work, with some field work requiring overnight stays.  Candidate must be able to sit at a desk / computer in an office environment for office-based tasks.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits.  For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.  Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.  EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability - No calls or agencies

To apply, please submit your resume & cover letter online at www.tetratech.com/career.  Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions. Tetra Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity.  We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability • No calls or agencies

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