Entry-Level Environmental Scientist​/Biologist​/Ecologist

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Entry‑Level Environmental Scientist/Biologist/Ecologist to assist in growing Tetra Tech’s Texas environmental business. Candidates must be highly motivated, work well in a professional, team‑oriented environment, manage a heavy workload, travel as needed, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and have proficiency with MS Office applications.

• Wetland delineation.
• Site investigations.
• Field surveys, water quality assessments, species‑specific and general protected species surveys, mitigation monitoring.
• Travel and work hours other than Monday–Friday as needed for project work.
• Report writing, permit applications, plant community mapping, database management.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations on a project‑specific basis to assist with project permitting, reporting, and feasibility studies.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, flexible problem‑solving, excellent interpersonal communication (oral and written), planning, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS degree or equivalent in any of the multi‑disciplined sciences including biology, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, environmental planning, or similar science degrees.
• Demonstrated ability in field data collection and analysis, and technical writing.
• Experience in environmental consulting or related experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel required;
  ArcGIS experience is a plus.
• Ability to walk over uneven and vegetated terrain, carrying field equipment and coolers (up to 50 pounds), and occasional sampling activities such as hand augering.
• Willingness to travel and work outside of Monday–Friday as needed for project work.
• Pre‑employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

• 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.

Tetra Tech is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, 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.