Geologist/ Project Manager

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Geologist/Project Manager to our team based in Midland/Carlsbad area.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager / Geologist will utilize broad facets of geology, hydrogeology, and environmental science to complete a wide range of projects, including environmental support of oil and gas exploration and production and midstream (pipeline) clients, and environmental investigations for commercial clients, including Phase I and II environmental site assessments. This position will require cross-disciplinary management of permitting projects from time to time. This will require geology, hydrogeology, and regulatory expertise within the Texas and New Mexico oil and gas regulatory frameworks, with detailed knowledge of state and Federal environmental regulations. Preference will be shown to Applicants with strong experience in the Permian and Delaware Basins, regulations pertaining to Texas and NM Regulatory Agencies, and/or strong commercial experience. The preferred Applicant will have a minimum of 5 years of total applicable experience. Additional certifications and training are also desirable (for example, P.G. in Texas or a neighboring state; OSHA HAZWOPER; CPESC, etc.).

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions: Applicants for this position will be required to manage projects, particularly for environmental, environmental engineering, and Oil and Gas projects. Applicant must be able to manage multiple projects, meet client deadlines, and keep projects within set budgets. This position will also develop the applicant's marketing responsibilities with existing clients and prospective clients as a seller-doer. The Applicant must be able to work as a team and manage staff to meet our client's needs. Other duties may be assigned. The Applicant would need to be able to clearly communicate internally within Tetra Tech and externally with clients and regulatory agencies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related scientific field required.
• At least five years of related experience is required.
• Applicants should have experience providing strong technical support for engineering and environmental projects as described above.
• The applicant will be responsible for managing project staff assigned to projects from the Carlsbad, Houston, Austin, Midland, and other Tetra Tech offices, as needed.
• The Applicant may also assist in annual staff reviews and the hiring process for additional personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current OSHA 29 CFR HAZWOPER Training strongly desired.
• A Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist licensure is strongly preferred. Tetra Tech will support the pursuit of licensure if currently unlicensed.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Applicant to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Applicant is regularly required to talk or hear. The Applicant frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The Applicant is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and or smell. The Applicant must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Applicant encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicant must be able to work in an office environment and also be able to perform field work, when needed. When out of the office, the Applicant would be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The Applicant is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Work Schedule: Standard business hours, Monday through Friday; occasional extended hours or overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Work Location: This position is a hybrid position with WFH and In Office responsibilities. The essential functions of the role are expected to be performed remotely with the occasion trip to the Midland or Carlsbad office possible.
• Reporting: The position will report to the manager located in Austin/Houston, TX.
• Travel Requirements: Travel is expected for this role to support projects in West Texas and New Mexico.
• Additional Notes: This is a hybrid position. Any changes to remote work arrangements will be subject to the company's discretion.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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