Tetra Tech

Aquatic Restoration Project Manager - Bothell, WA, Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Tetra Tech$100K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in engineering, biology, planning, environmental studies, or closely related field.
  • 8-10 years of professional experience in business development, project management, or restoration projects.
  • 5+ years in a leadership role managing technical staff and project management activities.
  • In-depth knowledge of aquatic restoration projects and methodologies.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Experience with irrigation and water right delivery is a plus.
  • Proficient in software relevant to aquatic restoration like GIS, CAD, and Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of aquatic restoration projects from planning to execution.
  • Ensure business development compliance with company policies and project standards.
  • Mentor and develop staff in project management and aquatic restoration processes.
  • Conduct stakeholder engagement meetings for aquatic restoration initiatives.
  • Collaborate with various teams on strategic pursuits and project performance updates.
  • Lead proposal development and respond to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
  • Identify market opportunities and contribute to annual goal planning for the program.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive market benefits.
  • Merit-based financial rewards system.
  • Commitment to work/life balance and flexibility.
  • Collaborative team environment that values all contributions.
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities for professional growth.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Aquatic Restoration Project Manager with expertise in aquatic and river restoration to support and grow our Aquatic Restoration Program. The successful candidate will combine technical knowledge with strong project management and business development skills, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Your Role:
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with project management tasks.
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with compliance with Tetra Tech processes related to business development, project management, health and safety, quality, and project delivery.
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with staff retention by fostering a work environment that is collaborative, values diversity, equity and inclusion which will sustain a challenging and attractive work environment.
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with internal Tetra Tech processes related to project management initiatives, contract reviews, proposal and cost reviews and project delivery services.
  • Develop and mentor staff to gain an understanding of business development, project delivery related to resource surveys and reporting, assessments and designs, environmental permitting, and project delivery/management.
  • Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
  • Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
  • Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
  • Additional duties as required.


Project Management and Business Development:
  • Meet with Aquatic Restoration Business Development group monthly and provide weekly updates on business development, finances, project performance, and utilization.
  • Work with Client Managers, Initiative Leads and Operations on strategic pursuits, including proposal and business development, as well as prospective client meetings.
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with market research and analysis and collaborate with Client Managers, Operation Leads, and Project Managers to further establish Tetra Tech's Aquatic Restoration program.
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with annual goal planning related to Health & Safety, Quality, Staff Retention and strategic growth initiatives (diversity of services, clients, markets, operational footprint).
  • Support Aquatic Restoration program with key performance indicators associated with Annual Operating Plans (gross/net revenue, utilization, discretionary spending, backlog, cash management).
  • Conduct business development activities through direct client contact to capture new and follow-on work.
  • Review and respond to RFI, RFPs and RFQs.
  • Lead proposal and cost development activities.
  • Participate in strategic growth initiatives to expand Tetra Tech's client and operational footprint in the aquatic restoration sector.
  • Identify new service areas in response to changes in the market and service area opportunities.
  • Understand client's drivers and emerging regulations within the stream restoration sector.


Project Management and Execution:
  • Lead and grow the aquatic restoration practice to support watershed assessments, stream restoration designs, construction of stream restoration projects, and as-built evaluations following implementation.
  • Serve as Project Manager in the successful development and execution of aquatic restoration projects.
  • Serve as a technical lead to support and execute the key stages of aquatic restoration project development, including assessments, surveys, analyses, environmental permitting, engineering/design, and construction.
  • Manage multi-disciplinary teams to complete projects on time and on budget.


Qualifications:
  • Possess a B.S. in a related field (i.e., engineering, biology, planning, environmental studies, or a closely related discipline).
  • Exhibit 8 to 10 years of professional experience. This experience may include business development, project management, restoration project implementation, and/or construction.
  • 5 or more years of experience in leading or managing technical staff, serving in a project management capacity, and performing senior-level responsibilities.
  • Ability to travel throughout the year.
  • In depth knowledge of aquatic restoration projects and methodologies.
  • Knowledge and experience of the regulatory frameworks of agencies in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Some experience with irrigation and water right delivery in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Knowledge of software used in aquatic restoration projects (e.g., GIS, CAD, Office Suite,etc).
  • Experience conducting stakeholder engagement meetings for aquatic restoration projects.
  • Ability to lead and provide subject matter expert review of assessments, analyses, and due diligence reviews of existing or planned projects on behalf of clients.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed client expectations through project management, workload planning and resource allocation.
  • Demonstrated experience in project financials such as project metrics related to revenue, net revenue, operating income, margin, and utilization.
  • Ability to attract, develop, and retain talented staff who deliver results.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.


Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
  • 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.


A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Compensation:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000 annually

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

At Tetra Tech, 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 public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
Learn more about Tetra Tech
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$178.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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