Remediation Project Manager – Carlsbad, NM
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5–15+ years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, with significant experience in remediation and reclamation projects for oil and gas clients.
- Demonstrated project management experience delivering remediation projects on time and within budget.
- Working knowledge of NMOCD remediation requirements, spill response/closure expectations, and related reporting.
- Working knowledge of NMSLO requirements for remediation, reclamation, and closure activities on state trust lands.
- Strong understanding of site investigation methods, remediation strategies, and environmental field practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and client-facing correspondence.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Highly motivated, customer-focused, and able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting remediation projects in New Mexico.
- Established relationships with New Mexico oil and gas operators and regional stakeholders.
- Experience with spill response, release investigation, closure strategy development, and agency coordination.
- Familiarity with environmental compliance, due diligence, and waste management requirements relevant to oil and gas operations in New Mexico.
Physical Requirements:
- Candidate must be able and available to travel via land and/or air.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods is essential.
- Physical tasks include walking over uneven terrain and active field sites.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
- Work will be split between the office and field.
- Travel requirements may include day trips as well as multi-day field assignments that require overnight stays.
- Field work will primarily be outdoors and may occur in remote locations and varying weather conditions.
- Work may involve uneven terrain, active industrial sites, and the use of field PPE and/or FRC clothing as required.
Additional Information:
Applicants should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong computer skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently. Computer skills should include Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and related project management/reporting tools. This tracks closely with the original posting’s additional information section.
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.
Equal Opportunity:
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.