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Environmental Scientist

Tetra Tech

The Role

Overview

Environmental Scientist for field audits, sampling, and project management in Hawaii.

Key Responsibilities

  • field audits
  • project management
  • ppe
  • multi‑media sampling
  • client interaction
  • data review

Tasks

-Field audits and inspections for various sites, including evaluating whether site activities are in compliance with EHMPs or Construction EHMPs on file with the HEER Office -Managing projects -Don personal protective equipment if/as needed. -Conduct necessary fieldwork in a variety of environments and topography and possibly uneven terrain; predominantly developed sites, but work may include farmland/agricultural fields. -Coordinating/Planning field investigations of contaminated sites -Preparing and conducting technical reviews of reports. -Planning and/or performing multi-media sampling, including soil (multi-increment (MI)) sampling, groundwater and surface water sampling, and soil gas sampling on sites with potentially hazardous substances. -Interacting with clients -Managing projects of varying size and complexity -Working on field projects under federal and state regulatory programs -Organizing and reviewing data. -Carry field equipment (35 to 40 pounds).

Requirements

  • heer office
  • gis
  • ms office
  • bachelor's
  • hazwoper
  • 3 years

What You Bring

-Overall familiarity with the HEER Office program - TGM, SAPs, EHMPs, C-EHMPs, iHEER, site inspections for compliance, etc. -Highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment -Knowledge of federal and state regulations is expected -Multi-tasking and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and strong organizational skills. -Excellent interpersonal, communication, client interaction and project management skills are required -Strong technical and non-technical writing -Proficiency with MS Office applications is required. -Knowledgeable in preparing technical reports (Sampling and Analysis Plans, Phase I and II ESAs). -A minimum of 3 years of environmental consulting experience in Hawaii is required for this position, including writing and reviewing submittals to the DOH HEER Office -Demonstrated experience conducting site investigations, and practical field experience performing multi-media sampling including groundwater, soil and soil gas. -Experience with remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, radiological issues, and/or water resources a plus -Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or physical sciences (e.g., geology, biology hydrology, toxicology, health physics). -OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER a plus. -Analytical skills related to qualitative and quantitative data -Drive on a regular basis. This position will require passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) background check. You must maintain a good driving record. -GIS data analysis and geo-statistics, and data management skills a plus

Benefits

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

The Company

About Tetra Tech

-Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure. -It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors. -Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure. -Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Defense Services

Disaster and Emergency Management

Marine

Transportation

Government

Water Resources

Utilities

Infrastructure

Transmission and Distribution

Ports and Airports

Security Clearance

-must pass a motor vehicle record (mvr) background check.