Project Manager Biologist/ Chemist

Tetra Tech, Inc. • Full-time • Buffalo, New York, United States • $85k - $120k / year • 1w ago

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:

Tetra Tech is looking to hire a Project Manager with a background in Biology or Chemistry to manage the environmental aspects of large energy projects, which could include oil and gas upstream and midstream, solar, wind, battery storage, electric transmission and carbon sequestration. Duties would include supporting program management, identifying and executing environmental permitting strategies, mentoring task managers and occasionally leading multi-disciplinary teams of cross-discipline teams of environmental scientists and engineers. Experience in NEPA and/or FERC compliance is preferred. This position offers the perfect blend of challenge and fulfillment, requiring exceptional project management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of environmental policies and regulations. The position offers an opportunity for a hybrid work environment and flexibility in the office location, including Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Houston, or Denver.

Your Role:

Manage environmental permitting aspects of energy projects, possibly including oil and gas upstream and midstream, solar, wind, battery storage, electric transmission and carbon sequestration.
Manage multiple projects, meet client deadlines, and keep projects within set budgets.
Lead teams and work within teams to be able to manage staff to accomplish our client needs.
Clearly communicate internally within Tetra Tech and externally with clients and regulatory agencies.
Applicant will be responsible for managing project staff assigned to projects.
Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or scientific field required.
At least five years of related experience is required.
Experience providing strong technical support for environmental projects as described above.
Knowledge of comprehensive environmental federal, state, and local regulations also required.
Excellent communication, client interaction, and organizational skills, as well as proficiency with MS Office applications are required.
A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Desired skills in the ideal candidate include but are not limited to:

Leading the regulatory and permitting processes, ensuring compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and/or the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Supporting project managers by providing expertise in environmental analyses, particularly in collaboration with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
Preparing and processing a variety of permit applications at county, state, and federal levels, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and accurate.
Conducting environmental studies and resource analyses to inform project development and permitting strategies.
Consulting with relevant governmental bodies and agencies to facilitate regulatory approvals and maintain open lines of communication throughout the permitting process.
Self-starter with strong organizational management, communication, and technical writing abilities.
Analytical skills related to qualitative and quantitative data.
Information and data analysis.
Multi-tasking and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

About Tetra Tech:

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 employees-28,000 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:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

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.

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