Field Scientist

Field Scientist

Terracon is hiring a Field Scientist to conduct environmental site investigations, assessments, and surveys to sample, measure, and analyze air, water, material, and soil. The role includes identifying, evaluating, and recommending risk and remediation strategies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Applicants will prepare permit applications, risk assessments, technical documents, proposals, reports, and regulatory agency correspondence.

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre‑task planning and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Understand and practice quality acumen.
• Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Developing‑level scientific professional responsible for conducting analyses of component portions of projects; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Perform site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
• Conduct water, soil and other sampling.
• Implement technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Outline required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
• Draft written proposals to clients for small projects and may assist with portions of proposals on larger projects.
• May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 1 year related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

• Certification in field of expertise preferred.

Minimum $57,500 – Maximum $80,500.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with more than 7,000 employees across 180 locations nationwide. Founded in 1965, we specialize in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services and are known for exceeding client expectations and fostering employee growth.

Based on eligibility, role, and job status, we offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

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, or military status.