Environmental Economist Planner Entry-Level Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Irvine, CA (Job ID 47908)

Description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

We are seeking an Environmental Economist, Planner, or Cost Estimator to join our team in supporting a diverse portfolio of environmental and water resource projects. This role will collaborate with senior economists, planners, engineers, and cost estimators to provide analytical expertise for flood damage analysis, alternatives analysis, benefit-cost analysis, plan formulation, risk-based assessments, cost estimating and economic modeling. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and gain experience working with a multidisciplinary team on impactful large-scale infrastructure and environmental restoration projects. The position will also assist Federal, state, and local agencies allocate their resources efficiently and effectively through implementation of economic processes that analyze various options to resolving complex water resource and environmental issues.

As an Environmental Economist/Planner/Cost Estimator, your primary focus will be:

• Conduct economic analysis, flood damage assessments, and benefit-cost analysis for infrastructure and environmental projects.
• Assist in developing and evaluating project alternatives using tools such as HEC-FDA, @RISK, and Monte Carlo simulations.
• Support the preparation of planning documents, feasibility studies, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and other planners to integrate economic and environmental considerations into project planning.
• Perform cost estimation for construction projects using MCACES and related software.
• Utilize GIS tools to support economic and demographic data analysis for flood risk and water resource projects.
• Engage in risk-based analysis and contribute to risk-informed decision-making processes.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.

To be a successful Environmental Economist/Planner/Cost Estimator, you'll need to have:

• A bachelor's degree in economics, planning, civil engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• 0-5+ years of experience in economic analysis, cost estimation, or planning for water resources, infrastructure, or environmental projects.
• Proficiency in economic modeling and analysis tools (e.g., HEC-FDA, @RISK, MCACES) is preferred.
• Familiarity with GIS tools and applications for data analysis and visualization is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of federal and state water resource regulations and guidelines (e.g., FEMA, USACE) is a plus.
• Experience with benefit-cost analysis and risk-based modeling is preferred.

If you're interested in this opportunity but are unsure if you have all these qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What you can expect from Tetra Tech:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Competitive compensation packages that recognize the value and experience you bring, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Advanced Career Development Opportunities: Provide tailored career development opportunities that align with your aspirations and expertise, including leadership training, advanced certifications, and opportunities to lead groundbreaking projects.
• Excellence and Achievement Awards: Thrive in an environment where excellence is recognized, reflecting our commitment to sharing success.
• Rich Portfolio of Projects: Benefit from the unique opportunity to work on a wide variety of engineering projects, from innovative, specialized tasks to large-scale, high-profile initiatives, enabling professional growth and contributing to impactful, industry-leading work.
• Resource Availability: Take advantage of the extensive resources and tools available in our organization to support your project work, professional development, and career advancement.
• Sustained Excellence and Stable Growth: Tetra Tech is consistently ranked as a top firm for Water in ENR's “Top 500 Design Firms.” In recent years, our company has continued to expand its reach, diversity its project portfolio, and increase its workforce, demonstrating our stability and the trust our clients place in us.
• Flexibility: Hybrid and remote work options that allow our employees to balance quality work and their personal lives.

We offer a competitive hourly rate for this position, with a range of $28-$38 per hour, determined based on your education, qualifications, professional experience, and location of the role.

What else should you know?

If your experience aligns with this role, one of our recruiters will reach out to schedule a phone screen. During this conversation, the recruiter will provide more details about this opportunity and answer any questions you may have.

Tetra Tech is committed to providing all employees with a safe, inclusive work environment. Through our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEIA) Program, we guide all levels of employees in all our business areas to treat each other with dignity and respect. We recognize that women, Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ people are often underrepresented in civil engineering and similar industries. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

 Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

 LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

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

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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