General Responsibilities:
Terracon is seeking a Staff Scientist to join our Lubbock, Texas office as part of our Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Department within Environmental Services. This scientist will focus on preparing Phase I ESA reports, conducting site visits, preparing proposals, managing Phase I ESA related projects, and performing other various field work. This roll may also support our other related environmental services performing a variety of projects such as monitoring, data collection, Phase II ESA field work, wetland assessments, and more as necessary.
This role requires and individual who excels in critical thinking, report writing, problem solving, multi-tasking, has a unique interest in history, and providing related environmental expertise for our clients. The scientist will work closely with clients, related partners, and other team members throughout our environmental services.
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.Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.Proficient scientific professional responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity. May assist more senior scientists/engineers on large, more complex projects. Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.May serve as team member and participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.May oversee work performed by lower level scientists/engineers and Technicians.Works under the supervision of a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer. |
Requirements:
| Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field and a minimum of 3 years’ related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years’ related experience.Master’s degree preferred.A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.Required Certification: Certification in field of expertise required. |
About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
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.
About the Team
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
