Project Engineer, Environmental Engineer

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Engineer to our Environmental Consulting team based in Jacksonville, Florida.

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.

This position will provide project‑level technical support on environmental characterization and remediation projects for federal, municipal, commercial, and industrial clients. This individual will participate in and lead scoping, planning and execution of large, complex environmental investigation and remediation programs under CERCLA, RCRA and other regulatory programs for Federal, State, and private clients.

• Support project managers in evaluation of emerging and innovative technologies via research, design and testing of emergent technologies.
• Evaluate contaminated sites and develop remediation approaches, including feasibility studies, removal action work plans, and remediation design plans.
• Implement remedial pilot tests and systems, including vendor selection, logistical coordination, permitting, and supervision of field teams.
• Management of subcontractors.
• Work plan development, data evaluation, and report writing.
• Develop technical specifications, scopes and cost estimates to support procurement of subcontractors including environmental remediation contractors, drillers, analytical laboratories, etc., and assist evaluation of bids and pricing.
• Prepare technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures (using GIS and CADD staff).
• Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
• Task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, design and implementation, trouble shooting and optimization of remediation engineering projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Business development; potentially including new and existing clients, leading proposal preparation.
• At times, this position may also include fieldwork including multi‑media environmental sampling, sediment sampling and characterization, drilling oversight, contractor oversight, and remediation system operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) or master’s degree (MS/MA) in environmental engineering or related field.
• 3‑8 years directly related professional experience in environmental assessment and remediation related work
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completed.
• OSHA 40‑Hr Hazardous Waste Operations Training and all refreshers to maintain it as current.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft programs like Word, Excel).
• A valid Driver’s License in good standing.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25 %.
• Capable of performing fieldwork, which…