Entry Level Environmental Scientist​/Biologist

Tetra Tech is adding an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to our Natural Resources Permitting team based in Houston.

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We are seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to provide support on various environmental projects throughout southern and mid-west regions of the US. Candidate must be highly motivated and work well in a professional field and team-oriented environment. Candidate must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload, travel as needed, and possess strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with MS Office applications is required.

Tetra Tech is seeking an Entry-level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to join our Houston, Texas team to provide support on various environmental projects throughout the southern and mid-west regions of the US. Duties will include:

• Wetland delineation;
• Site investigations;
• Field surveys, water quality assessments, species specific and general surveys, mitigation monitoring;
• Report writing, permit applications, plant community mapping, database management;

Candidates must be able to research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations on a project-specific basis to assess project permitting feasibility and requirements, and interface with regulatory agencies.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to utilize critical thinking, a flexible approach to problem solving, excellent interpersonal communication (oral and written), planning, and organizational skills and attention to detail.

Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in any of the multi-disciplined sciences including biology, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, environmental planning, or a related field.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel required.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate technical reports, permit materials, field documentation, and correspondence.
• Strong task management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
• A pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

• Experience in environmental consulting and permitting is preferred.
• ArcGIS experience is a plus.
• Fulcrum or similar data collection methods a plus.

• Must be able and available to travel via land and/or air and possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Some heavy lifting required, and the ability to walk and stand for extended periods is essential. Physical tasks include walking over uneven and vegetated terrain, carrying field equipment and coolers (up to 50 pounds), and occasional sampling activities such as hand augering.
• Office,…