Staff Scientist - Austin, TX at Tetra Tech, Inc. in Austin, Texas

Job Description:

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Summary:

We are seeking a Staff Scientist for immediate employment in the Austin, Texas office.

Desired applicant will have a minimum of one year of experience. Relevant field experience includes, but is not limited to construction oversight, soil and groundwater investigations (including groundwater/soil sampling), logging of soil borings, installation of groundwater monitoring wells and environmental site assessments. Candidate may have to travel to West Texas and New Mexico on a routine basis.

Relevant office experience includes evaluation and reporting of investigative results. Additional relevant experience including coordinating, planning, organizing and conducting investigations and remedial activities. A proven track record and experience in the oil and gas industry is beneficial.

Candidate must be highly motivated, client-focused, and work well in a professional and team-oriented environment. Candidate must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload and travel as needed. Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skill is required. Candidate should be able to meet time sensitive deadlines and carry out multiple priorities simultaneously.

Your Role:

• Assisting with Health and Safety plans and assessments of project sites and project teams.
• Assisting project management leads with tasks including preparing budget estimates and subcontractor coordination.
• Developing work plans and reports for various types of investigations, site assessments, and remedial projects.
• Coordinating, organizing, and planning field work.
• Support execution of projects involving soil and groundwater investigation, compliance, and remediation activities in accordance with regulatory programs.
• Providing field services for site investigation, drilling, soil and groundwater sample collection, and related work.
• Providing field oversight of contractors on various project activities, such as remedial excavations.
• Reviewing and interpreting data to determine path forward.
• Reviewing draft documents for technical accuracy.
• Adhering to project plan, budget, and timetable.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Geology, or related field
• One year of experience.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites is preferred.
• Completion of 40-hour OSHA-HAZWOPR training is beneficial.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations.
• Must demonstrate a professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

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 health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Organization: 212 OGA