Tetra Tech GLS, headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts (http:www.tetratechintdev.com/) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Environmental Specialist position on an Asian Development Bank (ADB) funded program in Afghanistan.
The program will consist of an ADB-funded feasibility study and alignment recommendation for the reconstruction and renovation of an existing transportation corridor and tunnel in Afghanistan.
Responsibilities:
* Will prepare an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or an Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) as appropriate;
* Will prepare an Environmental Management Plan in accordance with the ADB's Safeguard Policy Statement (2009). The EIA will contain mostly primary data about sensitive environmental aspects of the project. The EIA will include a description of the project, baseline environment, impact assessment and mitigation, alternatives, public consultations and grievance redress mechanisms, and environmental management and monitoring plans for pre-construction, construction and operation stages.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related required;
* At least 10 years of experience in environmental management, with a preferred focus on major infrastructure projects and feasibility studies;
* Must have experience in preparation of, or assisting in the preparation of, at least 5 environmental impact assessments, including environmental management plans, for infrastructure projects.
* Strong preference for experience in working with ADB guidelines on environmental impact assessments, monitoring, and management plans
* Strong preference for experience in Afghanistan on similar assignments
* Willingness to work within Afghanistan.
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
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Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.
Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.