Entry Level Environmental Scientist/Biologist

Tetra Tech; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexible work arrangements

Learning & development opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to join our Houston team, supporting environmental projects across the southern and mid-western United States. The role requires strong technical writing, organization, and communication, with field work, travel, and regulatory interface as needed.

Proficiency in MS Office and a valid driver's license are required. Strong candidates will have a background in biology or related environmental sciences and be capable of working

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, environmental planning, or related field.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• 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 with the team.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support on environmental projects across southern and mid-west US.
• Delineation of wetlands and site investigations.
• Field surveys, water quality assessments, species surveys, and monitoring.
• Report writing, permit applications, plant mapping, and database management.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations for permitting.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Technical writing

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology/earth sciences

Tools

ArcGIS

Fulcrum

Job description

Entry Level Environmental Scientist/Biologist

The Opportunity:

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

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Job Functions:

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

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Physical Requirements:

• 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, hybrid, or remote work arrangements available.
• May include occasional travel to project sites or client offices.
• Standard office safety and ergonomic conditions apply.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time position.
• Normal working hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Life at Tetra Tech:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.