Senior Geologist

Tetra Tech is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geologist to lead our environmental consulting team in project management and technical support for environmental site assessment and remediation projects. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance to our clients, as well as managing and executing field investigations, construction, and remedial action oversight.

• Develop and manage complex site investigation programs, including preparing work plans, obtaining permits, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, regulatory agency interactions, and reporting.
• Interpret geological, hydrogeological, and environmental chemical data to inform project decisions.
• Utilize knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, geographic information systems, and hydrogeologic software applications to prepare technical deliverables, including reports, letters, proposals, cost estimates, tables, and figures.
• Manage and execute field investigations, including soil, water, and air sampling, drilling, well installation, subcontractor supervision, and coordination with analytical laboratories.
• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety plans, and participate in safety training to ensure compliance with company safety standards.
• Participate in industry organizations and develop relationships with potential clients to grow business and execute environmental projects.

• BS degree in Geology or a related discipline is required; Master's degrees are preferred.
• 7-15 years of professional environmental consulting experience is required, with a history of increasing responsibility.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Geologist in Illinois and Missouri.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training is required; OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training and 8-hour OSHA Supervisors of Hazardous Waste Operations Training are preferred.
• Previous field experience, including supervision of sampling activities and environmental drilling operations, is required.
• GIS experience is a plus; working knowledge of the conceptual site model process is preferred.
• Experience with DOD, federal, state, municipal, and private sector projects is preferred.

Tetra Tech is a global company that combines the resources of a multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees, who work 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.