Environmental Scientist I — Field Research & Analysis

HNTB; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support basic scientific studies, data collection, and field investigations across transportation projects. You will assist senior staff in planning, design, program management and construction phases at project sites.

You will set up field equipment, analyze data, prepare reports, and help assess potential environmental effects of proposed projects. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with safety and teamwork emphasized in daily

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field.
• Analyzes and summarizes data accurately (e.g., reports, wetland delineations, hazmat surveys, noise quality levels, air quality).
• Researches scientific articles and trends to summarize findings for environmental documentation and permits.
• Assists field investigator to assess habitat characteristics and completes field surveys.
• Follows safety procedures and best practices in the field.

Responsibilities

• Under direction of more senior Scientist, follows clearly established methods to assist in conducting research, gathering basic scientific information and data, and conducting and assisting in field investigations among other supporting activities.
• Based on prescribed methodology, sets up test equipment as necessary to obtain scientific data.
• Using established prescribed templates, prepares data analysis, modeling, written reports, maps, etc. as appropriate to support findings as it pertains to the natural or man-made environment in the study area.
• Under the assistance of a Senior Scientist, prepares assessment of potential effects from construction and/or operation of proposed transportation projects.
• Maintains administrative records, collections, and files related to specific projects.
• Keeps current with trends, literature, and new developments in ecology and environmental science as it relates to their specific technical area of proficiency.
• Assists team in the production of project deliverables.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Field investigations

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology, or related field

Job description

HNTB is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support basic scientific studies, data collection, and field investigations across transportation projects. You will assist senior staff in planning, design, program management and construction phases at project sites.

You will set up field equipment, analyze data, prepare reports, and help assess potential environmental effects of proposed projects. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with safety and teamwork emphasized in daily