Commercial Sector Project/Client Manager

Tetra Tech; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Travel 25%+

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Commercial Sector Project/Client Manager in Chicago, IL for a full-time hybrid role. The candidate will manage environmental due diligence, site investigation, and remediation projects while developing new business opportunities and client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a robust technical background, 8–15 years of experience, and strong writing and communication skills to lead proposals and capture strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in civil/environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science.
• 8–15 years of related experience.
• HAZWOPER certification with 8-hour refresher.
• Excellent writing, communication, and regulatory knowledge.
• Experience managing private or public sector environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and technical support for due diligence, site investigation and remediation for commercial clients.
• Serve as primary client contact and foster long-term relationships.
• Develop scopes, schedules, and budgets at project and corporate levels.
• Prepare proposals and technical documents with limited supervision.
• Mentor staff and contribute to a high-performing team.

Skills

Client management

Technical writing

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Business development

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science

Master's degree in civil/environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science

Professional Engineer license

Job description

Commercial Sector Project/Client Manager

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time Commercial Sector Project/Client Manager based in Chicago, IL.

Position Summary

This position is for an individual with a strong technical background in environmental due diligence, site investigation and remediation who is interested in practice growth and business development opportunities while managing and supporting a variety of private sector environmental projects.

The selected candidate will have an existing client base and documented success in managing new opportunities. Candidate will identify and pursue new business opportunities and develop high quality proposal documents. Candidate will work with national and regional staff to create capture strategies to develop new or enhance existing service offerings. Candidate will direct and supervise technical assignments (both field and office) and manage entire projects or specific elements of projects.

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:

• Provide technical support and project management to commercial clients for various due diligence, site investigation and remediation projects.
• Serving as the primary client contact for commercial clients.
• Interface well and develop positive client relationships with new and existing clients.
• Development, implementation, and maintenance of scopes, schedules, and budgets on both the project level and corporate level.
• Prepare proposals with limited supervision.
• Direct the preparation of technical documents and reports.
• Contribute to operations technical excellence and staff development by collaborating with other senior leaders of the operation.

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 60 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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science.

8-15 years of experience.

40-hr HAZWOPER training certification with current 8-hour refresher.

• Customer focused and work well in a team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
• Previous experience with due diligence, hazardous waste site investigations and remediation.
• Previous private or public sector client management success.
• Demonstrated business development acumen.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Mentor and guide staff and grow a high-functioning team.

In addition, the following is required:

Driving on an occasional basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in civil/environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science.

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Certification.

Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist license.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.

This position will mostly consist of a hybrid schedule, with office and remote work flexibility.

Project sites may be outdoors within the U.S. during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions.

Additional Information

This full-time position requires roughly 25% travel.

Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Overtime and night/weekend work will be required on an as-needed basis.

Travel to client sites and other locations to conduct meetings, site visits, etc. will be required.

Driving on an occasional basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

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.

Benefits
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.

The Salary Range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

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.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide 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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