Environmental Field Scientist — Site Assessments & Permitting

Terracon; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Cincinnati is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct investigations, assessments and surveys to sample air, water, soil and materials, and to design protection plans.

You will prepare permits, risk assessments and technical documents, supervise field staff, and work with clients to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regs. Bachelor\'s degree required with 3+ years experience; Master preferred; valid driver\'s license may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field with 3+ years of experience.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
• Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Proficient in site testing and recommending systems design on smaller projects.
• May assist senior scientists/engineers on larger projects.
• Performs site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Direct and supervise field staff to sample, test and document site activities.
• Develop written proposals for client approval by senior professionals.
• Evaluate laboratory and field data and assemble in reports.
• Participate in meetings with clients regarding projects.
• Oversee work by junior staff.
• Work under Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Field data collection

Report writing

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Terracon in Cincinnati is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct investigations, assessments and surveys to sample air, water, soil and materials, and to design protection plans.

You will prepare permits, risk assessments and technical documents, supervise field staff, and work with clients to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regs. Bachelor\'s degree required with 3+ years experience; Master preferred; valid driver\'s license may be required.