Early Career Environmental Scientist

WSP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP's Earth & Environment Team in Houston, TX is seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist to perform field surveys and collect environmental data. This entry-level role involves sampling air, soil, water, and other matrices, with emphasis on quality control and documentation.

You will work under supervision, learn to apply environmental laws and regulations, and develop analytical skills while contributing to site assessments and environmental impact studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or related life sciences field.
• Analytical skills and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats.
• Familiar with environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to explain ideas clearly to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Proven self-leadership with attention to detail and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Proficiency with business writing, office software, and general technology tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate measurement and documentation.
• Assist with basic professional environmental science work related to ecological systems, air, and water resources.
• Generate complete, accurate documentation using electronic systems and field notebooks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures and maintain data logs.
• Utilize current technologies and techniques to study habitats and potential environmental impacts.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and adhere to company policies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or related life sciences field

Job description

This Opportunity

Our Earth & Environment Team is seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientistto work out of our Houston, TXoffice.

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline.
• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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