Brownfields Specialist / Environmental Scientist

Brownfields Specialist / Environmental Scientist

Tetra Tech is looking for an experienced full-time Brownfields Specialist / Environmental Scientist (or professionals in related fields such as geology, biology, or environmental engineering) for our Kansas City, MO operations. This position focuses on environmental consulting with a specialization in Brownfields assessment and remediation support. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of collaborating with government agencies and communities to facilitate the reuse and redevelopment of environmentally impaired or underutilized properties.

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The selected candidate will provide support on various Brownfields assessment and remediation projects in Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, with the possibility of work in other states. This position will primarily support and manage due diligence and assessment efforts for Brownfields sites, including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and hazardous materials surveys. Responsibilities will include :

• Write or oversee the preparation of reports, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs), Analyses of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives (ABCAs), and Remedial Action Plans (RAPs)Preparation of cost estimates and work plans.
• Assist clients writing grant applications for both EPA and state assessment and remediation grants, going through state-level voluntary clean-up programs, and applying for revolving loan funds to support remediation efforts, as well as other related documents / tasks for grant recipients.
• Support proposal and cost estimate development.
• Market / manage existing and new clients.
• Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors during completion of site assessments, excavations, and other remedial activities.
• Limited field work, including the collection of soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples.
• Interpretation of sample data and preparation of data summary reports.
• Conduct Phase I ESAs.
• Support other environmental studies including asbestos and lead-based paint surveys, and mold and radon assessments.
• Mentor and train junior level staff.
• The position will require extensive outdoor work as well as some overnight travel.

In this position you will be part of multiple project teams, in some cases as a project manager and in other cases as project support staff. You will have opportunities to obtain licenses and certifications to conduct asbestos and lead related work if desired and do not currently have. You will continue to expand upon your experience and gain valuable experience while managing projects, project budgets and project teams and have the opportunity to expand further into leadership roles.

Candidates must have 8-12 years of experience in environmental consulting, knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, field experience, and management of field teams including, but not limited to : analyzing for hazardous materials in the environment (soil, groundwater, air, etc.), and management and oversight of remediation projects (ground water, soil, asbestos, lead and mold). The selected candidate must also have / be :

Preferred experience with Brownfields grant application writing, specifically the following items, is a plus :

In addition, the following is required :

Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, geology, or related field required. Completion of 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training are required to perform this work. If the successful candidate does not already possess this training, Tetra Tech will provide training prior to initiating regular work duties in the field. Asbestos and / or lead certifications preferred, but not required. Professional licenses or certifications such as QEP, CHMM, or PG, are preferred but not required.

This position requires roughly up to 15% travel. This position will mostly consist of office work, with limited outdoor field work (including project site visits) that could include overnight travel. Work could occur anywhere in U.S. and occur in peak summer and winter conditions. You must be able to :

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include :

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

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 any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.