Environmental Compliance Manager at Glenn Research Center, OH

Tetra Tech; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Compliance Manager to lead on-site environmental programs at NASA Glenn Research Center, OH. This role concentrates on multi-media compliance including hazardous waste, air quality, stormwater and water quality programs, with oversight of staff and subcontractors.

Candidates should have strong supervision experience, OSHA HAZWOPER training, and knowledge of Ohio/NASA environmental guidelines. U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associates degree in environmental science, or related field.
• 5 years of experience as a direct supervisor of personnel.
• 5+ years of environmental compliance experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Knowledge of Ohio environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of NASA environmental guidelines, systems, and processes preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER training is required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites.
• Detail oriented to document all environmental compliance activities.
• U.S. Citizenship required for this project.
• CAC/clearance background check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site leader for a multi-media environmental compliance contract with emphasis on hazardous waste, air quality, stormwater, and related services.
• Acts as a Subject Management Expert in Hazardous Waste, Water Quality, POL/Tanks, NASA GRC procedural requirements.
• Coordinate contract activities; schedule client meetings; produce contract status reports.
• Support Project Manager with financial tracking, staff recruitment and training, subcontractor management, and cost estimation.
• Ensure safe work practices and report health and safety incidents.
• Manage up to 10 on-site staff and ensure quality of deliverables and client satisfaction.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Team leadership

Project management

Hazardous waste management

Regulatory knowledge

English language proficiency

Education

Associate degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Environmental Compliance Manager at Glenn Research Center, OH

Tetra Tech seeks an Environmental Compliance Manager at NASA Glenn Research Center, OH. This position is contingent upon Tetra Tech's award of the contract.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the on‑site leader for a multi‑media environmental compliance contract with emphasis on managing hazardous waste, hazardous materials, air quality, stormwater, wastewater, drinking water, storage tank, NEPA, natural resources, and other environmental support services.
• Serves a Subject Management Expert in one of the following areas: Hazardous Waste, Water Quality, POL/Tanks, NASA GRC Procedural requirements;
• Coordinate all activities required by the contract; schedule and lead client meetings; and produce contract status reports.
• Support Tetra Tech’s Project Manager with financial tracking, staff recruitment and training, subcontractor management. including purchasing materials, and estimating costs).
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Manage up to 10 additional on‑site staff with execution of their respective responsibilities.
• Maintain a high degree of quality on all contract deliverables, as well as maintain local client satisfaction and expectations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an associates degree in environmental science, or related field is required
• 5 years of experience as a direct supervisor of personnel
• 5+ years of environmental compliance experience is required
• 3+ years of project management experience is required
• Knowledge of Ohio environmental regulations is required
• Knowledge of NASA environmental guidelines, systems, and processes is preferred
• Current HAZWOPER training is required for this position.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive to client sites.
• Must be detail oriented to properly document all environmental compliance activities occurring across the contract.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

Background Check: This position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and perform activities that could potentially require the following: performing strenuous fieldwork under a variety of site and weather conditions; standing, crouching, and sitting to support coordination of hazardous waste management tasks, lifting and/or moving items weighing greater than 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: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work must be performed during a range of climatic conditions including periods of high and low temperatures, strong winds, and rainfall.

Language & Communication Skills:

• Candidate must speak, read and understand the English language. Accurate report writing is a requirement of this position.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects.

Other Skills:

Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 products.

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.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.