Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Industry: Environmental Services
Company Size: 51-200 employees

Terraphase Engineering Inc.

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Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

**Description**

Terraphase Engineering is seeking an experienced and driven environmental planning professional to become an integral part of our growing CEQA/NEPA/Tribal Planning team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, high-impact projects across California and the nation for tribal projects—including infrastructure, energy, education, residential, commercial, and industrial developments. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and collaborative skills to support environmental review, policy evaluation, and the development of effective mitigation strategies. You’ll join a collaborative team with growth opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and the chance to influence sustainable planning outcomes statewide.

**The Role**

- Lead or oversee the research and preparation of CEQA documents, including Categorical Exemptions, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports under the mentorship of well-seasoned CEQA Principals.

- Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring that environmental analyses, regulatory strategies, and project deliverables are accurate, consistent, and aligned with project goals.

- Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contract requirements, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with agency and client expectations.

- Interface directly with clients, agency staff, and legal counsel to navigate entitlement strategies, permitting processes, and environmental review pathways.

- Present at public hearings, stakeholder meetings, and agency workshops, demonstrating subject matter expertise and facilitating consensus.

- Drive business development by cultivating client relationships, identifying new project opportunities, and leading proposal development with cross-functional teams.

- Mentor staff and contribute to team-building efforts, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented culture.

**Who You Are**

- 5+ years of professional experience in CEQA document preparation, NEPA knowledge a plus.

- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in environmental planning, environmental sciences, urban and regional planning, geography, or a related discipline.

- A strategic thinker who thrives in a casual and collaborative environment and is motivated by making meaningful environmental and community impacts.

- Excellent attention to detail, communication, organization, writing, and presentation skills.

- Familiarity with tribal planning or interest in working with our Tribal clients to support self-governance.

- Knowledge of complex permitting processes is a plus.

- Experience with or interest in public educational facilities projects is a plus.

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location.

Pay Range

$98,000 - $130,000 USD

~~**Who We Are** ~~We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

**Benefits**

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.

~~**EOE STATEMENT** ~~Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

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Mid - Senior Level CEQA Project Manager

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

**Description**

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a Mid-Level Geologist, Environmental Scientist, or Engineer with approximately 3 to 5 years of experience to join our team in our Connecticut office. This position supports a growing workload in site assessment, investigation, remediation, hazardous building materials surveys, and environmental regulatory compliance.

**The Role**

- Perform and expand upon standard field sampling techniques for environmental media including soil and unconsolidated deposits, bedrock, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and waste.

- Document and record field data and observations clearly and concisely.

- Direct and oversee the advancement of soil borings and the installation of groundwater monitoring wells by subcontracted drillers.

- Serve as field task lead implementing investigation and remediation work plans.

- Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.

- Perform hazardous building materials assessments including asbestos and lead-based paint surveys.

- Support environmental permitting and Connecticut Transfer Act projects.

- Implement project kick off tasks including preparation of project plans, permit applications, subcontractor agreements, site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs), and other project documentation.

- Oversee and direct subcontractors including drillers, laboratories, and construction personnel.

- Mentor junior staff on field methods and standard operating procedures.

- Analyze, evaluate, interpret, and present hydrogeologic and chemical data.

- Prepare draft technical reports for review by project managers and principals.

- Demonstrate commitment to safe work practices and lead by example in the field in accordance with HASPs, training, and applicable regulations.

- Maintain working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations related to investigation, remediation, compliance, and due diligence.

**Who You Are**

- Bachelor’s degree required in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

- Approximately 3 to 5 plus years of environmental consulting experience

- Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills

- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a project team

- Self-sufficient and able to manage deadlines and competing priorities

- Comfortable overseeing subcontractors during field activities

- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe

- Experience with GIS or drafting software preferred

- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

- Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time and travel as needed

- Confident working at environmentally impacted sites with a proactive safety mindset

**Preferred Training And Certifications**

- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification

- CPR and First Aid training

- Connecticut Asbestos and Lead Inspector licenses

- Interest in progression toward Project Manager responsibilities, PEP, and/or LEP track

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location.

Pay Range

$75,000 - $85,000 USD

~~**Who We Are** ~~We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

**Benefits**

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.

~~**EOE STATEMENT** ~~Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

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