Due Diligence Professional (Scientist/Geologist/Engineer)

Terracon; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon’s Nebraska Region is seeking a motivated Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist to join our environmental Due Diligence team in Lincoln or Omaha. You will support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, limited site investigations, brownfield redevelopment projects, and related environmental consulting assignments.

You’ll conduct field work, collect and evaluate soil and groundwater samples, research public records, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare clear,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science or related field and up to 1 year experience.
• Strong organization and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable history.
• Ability to travel out of town on as needed basis.

Responsibilities

• following Terracon’s safety rules, guidelines, and standards; participating in pre-task planning; and communicating safety questions or concerns promptly.
• maintaining quality standards across projects while developing practical experience in site assessment, field data collection, sampling, technical documentation, and client communication.
• consulting with other technical professionals and supervisor on routine and complex projects.
• performing site visits and field observations, implementing project-specific technical requirements, evaluating laboratory and field data, preparing proposals and reports for senior review, and participating in client and project team meetings.

Skills

Strong organization

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science or related field

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and ready to grow your career with a collaborative, purpose-driven team? Join Terracon and help clients solve meaningful environmental challenges from due diligence and site assessment to investigation, compliance, and remediation.

Terracon’s Nebraska Region is seeking a motivated Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist to join our growing environmental Due Diligence team. The position can be located in either our Lincoln, NE or Omaha, NE office. In this role, you will support a variety of projects, including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, limited site investigations, brownfield redevelopment projects, and related environmental consulting assignments. You’ll have the opportunity to conduct field work, collect and evaluate soil and groundwater samples, research public records, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare clear, client-focused technical reports. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of field work, technical problem-solving, client service, and collaboration with experienced environmental professionals.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

A strong candidate is curious, adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment. Further, you will be responsible for:

• following Terracon’s safety rules, guidelines, and standards; participating in pre-task planning; and communicating safety questions or concerns promptly.
• maintaining quality standards across projects while developing practical experience in site assessment, field data collection, sampling, technical documentation, and client communication.
• consulting with other technical professionals and supervisor on routine and complex projects.
• performing site visits and field observations, implementing project-specific technical requirements, evaluating laboratory and field data, preparing proposals and reports for senior review, and participating in client and project team meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science orrelated field and up to 1 year experience.
• Strong organization and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable history.
• Ability to travel out of town on as needed basis.