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Field Scientist
The Colony, TX
Job Description
Job Description
General Responsibilities:
Do you have a passion for research, technical writing, and environmental science? Terracon is looking for an Environmental Due Diligence Field Scientist to join the team in our Dallas, Fort Worth or Frisco office. Nationally, our firm is a leading provider of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and related Due Diligence services, and we continue to expand these services in the DFW area. As part of our growing Due Diligence team, you will engage with clients to evaluate environmental risks associated with their property transactions and business interests. Services will include Phase I ESAs and related Due Diligence reviews encompassing a wide variety of project types and properties. You will have an opportunity to evaluate environmental risks and educate clients on how they relate to their business interests.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be knowledgeable of the ASTM E 1527-21 process for performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, with a minimum of 1 year of experience, preferably across wide array of property types.
Essential Roles and 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.
- 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 field data collection or assignments.
- Assist in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
- Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
- Drafts 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 and a minimum 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.
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 Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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