PROJECT MANAGER Job Listing at Tetra Tech in St. Louis, MO (Job ID 51482)

Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Manager to our Case Management team based in St. Louis, Missouri.  This is an in-office role located in St. Louis.   

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.

Your Role:

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for the City of St. Louis Tornado Response Right-of-Entry (ROE) & Site Assessment Program, overseeing all aspects of project execution from initiation through close-out. This role combines program administration, stakeholder coordination, quality assurance, schedule and budget control, and supervision of both office-based and field personnel to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of services.

·       Develop and maintain the Project Management Plan (PMP) and Quality Control Plan (QCP), including technical approach, organizational chart with key personnel assignments, communications strategy, and processes for change-order management.

·       Prepare and update a detailed project schedule identifying tasks, milestones, critical path, and resource assignments; monitor progress and trigger corrective actions for potential delays.

·       Lead periodic progress meetings with City staff, FEMA representatives, subcontractors, and other stakeholders; document action items and track resolution.

·       Administer all contract deliverables, reporting requirements, and invoicing in accordance with City, FEMA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

·       Mobilize and manage field teams conducting structural inspections, environmental sampling, hazard assessments, and code-compliance evaluations.

·       Coordinate on-site community outreach and homeowner intake activities, ensuring informed consent and accurate data capture for each parcel.

·       Oversee the preparation of Estimated Cost of Repair (ECR) and Scope of Work documents using Xactimate (or RSMeans equivalent), ensuring line-item accuracy with current local labor rates, material costs, and environmental mitigation requirements.

·       Identify project risks (technical, schedule, regulatory, environmental) and implement mitigation strategies; maintain a risk register and facilitate periodic risk reviews.

·       Ensure all work complies with safety requirements, including halting field activities under unsafe weather or site conditions.

·       Supervise, mentor, and evaluate project staff, subcontractors, and technical specialists; assign tasks, monitor performance, and address personnel issues.

·       Foster a collaborative, low-ego team culture; facilitate cross-functional coordination between office and field personnel.

·       Provide on-call support for urgent program needs and participate in ad-hoc meetings as required by City or FEMA.

·       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.

Qualifications:

·       Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Emergency Management, or related fields are preferable.

·       Must have at least five (5) years of experience in federally funded programs, disaster-recovery or infrastructure programs, including familiarity with FEMA Public Assistance or PPDR eligibility requirements.

·       Must be located in St. Louis, Missouri.

·       A self-starter mentality and experience taking ownership of projects with limited direction.

·       Ability to thrive in a low-ego, highly collaborative work environment.

·       Excellent time management and organization skills, as well as the ability to execute multiple projects with overlapping timelines.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing program reports and client presentations.

·       Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions

·       OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, CSP, PMP, or similar certifications are a plus.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

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

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