Geologist/Environmental Scientist - Mid-Level

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Merit-based rewards

Flexible work-life balance

Team collaboration

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a mid-level geologist or environmental scientist to support brownfield redevelopment projects across the Midwest.

This full-time role emphasizes field sampling, data evaluation, report preparation, and project coordination with federal, state, and municipal clients, requiring strong writing and verbal communication.

OSHA HazWoper certification, 4–8 years of experience, and a collaborative, safety-conscious approach are essential.

Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of environmental consulting or related experience.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 8-Hour refresher certifications.
• Knowledge of brownfield redevelopment and due diligence processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Motivated, customer focused, and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage smaller to medium environmental projects and task orders.
• Assist project management on larger, more complex projects.
• Support proposal and cost estimate development.
• Interact with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct field sampling (soil, groundwater, soil gas).
• Oversee subcontractors for geophysical surveys and well installations.
• Prepare technical reports with data interpretation and presentation.
• Mentor early career staff.

Skills

HAZWOPER

Technical writing

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Geology or Environmental Science

Job description

Geologist/Environmental Scientist - Mid-Level (Finance)

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech, a leading environmental and management consulting firm, is seeking a mid-level geologist or environmental scientist to join our team in Cincinnati, Ohio to support various environmental projects throughout the Midwest, predominately within Ohio, focusing on brownfield redevelopment programs. This is a full-time position.

Position Summary

This position will support a variety of contracts, including federal, state, municipal, and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills, with experience managing task orders or projects and the ability to work successfully both independently and in team settings.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage smaller to medium sized, less complex environmental projects and task orders including Phase I and Phase II assessments; hydrogeological investigations; UST closure and corrective action investigations; and remedial actions.
• Provide assistant project management support for larger, more complex projects and task orders.
• Support proposal and cost estimate development.
• Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Complete field data collection activities, including soil, groundwater, and soil gas sampling.
• Oversight and management of subcontractors during completion of geophysical surveys; drilling and installation of soil borings, monitoring wells, and soil gas probes; and remedial activities.
• Prepare technical report deliverables, including data evaluation, interpretation, and presentation.
• Mentor and train early career staff.

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

• 4 to 8 years of environmental consulting or other relevant experience.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and current 8-Hour refresher certifications.
• Understanding of due diligence and brownfield redevelopment processes are a must.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and previous experience with completion and/or task order/project management of site investigations and remedial actions.
• This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good standing is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field of study.
• Experience and knowledge of U.S. EPA, Ohio EPA VAP, and/or Ohio BUSTR.
• Professional licenses or certifications such as Professional Geologist, Professional Engineer and/or Ohio VAP Certified Professional
• Asbestos and/or lead certification.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk around project sites in all types of terrain and be physically able to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Must be able to complete annual medical monitoring program.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Role responsibilities will require project site visits and field work up to approximately 40-50%, which could include overnight travel.
• Site work may be completed outdoors within the U.S. during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions.

Additional Information

Work schedule is typically Monday - Friday. Overtime requirements will be as needed based on project and field events. Field work and travel encompass 40-50% of this role, which may include overnight stays.

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.

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.

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.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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