26570BR

　　Service Line:

　　Environmental

　　Office Name:

　　Houston

　　Job Description:

　　Job Description

　　Terracon’s Houston office is seeking an Environmental Field Scientist to join our team. This position will have a primary focus of conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments consistent with ASTM E 1527-21. Primary tasks include gathering and evaluating regulatory and historical data, performing site evaluations, conducting file reviews, and preparing reports detailing findings.

　　The ideal candidate for this position will be flexible to changing project types/needs, available to travel for field investigations, and able to adapt to working on different project teams depending on project needs. Completion of some projects may require working outside of standard office hours and days. This position would be part of a very skilled team that works closely with Project Managers and other technical leads on a variety of projects.

　　We are looking for a flexible, quick-learning, and professional individual with an eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and a desire to be part of a high-performing team. The successful candidate must be task oriented, able to commit to assigned deadlines, possess a teamwork and a growth-oriented mindset, and strive towards continued self-development through increased technical and industry related knowledge and skill.

　　Requirements:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field

　　1 to 3 years of related experience

　　Excellent professional communication abilities and technical writing skills.

　　Proficient skills, knowledge, and experience with Microsoft Office applications

　　Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and produce quality deliverables on schedule

　　Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history

　　Essential Roles & Responsibilities

　　Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.

　　Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.

　　Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

　　Entry level scientific professional responsible for gathering data and information to be evaluated by other team members.

　　Tabulate and prepare data for written reports.

　　May assist with report preparation by summarizing data and information within reports

　　Exemption:

　　Exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26570BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Environmental Field Scientist

　　Employment Type:

　　Regular, Full Time

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　Houston, TX

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

　　EEO Statement:

　　Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Scientist