Environmental Scientist - Junior to Mid-Level

Tetra Tech; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Learning & development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist in Kansas City, MO to support nationwide environmental projects for government and private sector clients. The role emphasizes Phase I/II ESAs, sampling, data interpretation, and reporting with oversight of subcontractors and field activities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2–5 years' experience, HAZWOPER training, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in environmental studies, environmental consulting or related activities.
• 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and 8-hour refresher training.
• If not trained, Tetra Tech provides training prior to field duties.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports (Phase I and II ESAs, QAPPs, SAPs, ABCA’s, RAPs).
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples.
• Interpret sample data and prepare data summary reports.
• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Support asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and radon assessments.
• Communicate with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors during site assessment, excavation, and other remedial activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills (written & verbal

Teamwork

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Environmental Scientist - Junior to Mid-Level

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time Junior to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist based in Kansas City, MO.

Position Summary

The selected candidate will provide support on various environmental projects for both government and private sector clients. This position will primarily support nationwide commercial, Brownfields, due diligence, EPA and state level projects.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Prepare reports (including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and hazardous materials surveys), Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs), Analyses of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives (ABCA's), and Remedial Action Plans (RAPs).
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples.
• Interpret sample data and prepare data summary reports.
• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Support environmental studies including asbestos and lead-based paint surveys, and mold and radon assessments.
• Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Oversee and manage subcontractors during site assessment, excavation, and other remedial activities.

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 60 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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering.

2-5 years of experience with environmental studies, analyzing for hazardous materials in the environment (soil, groundwater, air, etc.), environmental consulting or related activities.

Completion of 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training. If the successful candidate does not already possess this training, Tetra Tech will provide training prior to initiating regular work duties in the field.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly motivated and customer focused.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.

Excellent communication, responsiveness, and customer service skills.

In addition, the following is required:

• Passing a criminal background check.
• Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with environmental sampling work, including permitting and reporting.
• Asbestos Inspector and Lead Inspector licenses.

Extensive report writing experience and some project management experience.

Previous technical review experience and experience in environmental compliance.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Candidates must be able to:

• Lift sample coolers and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Wear a full-face respirator.
• Complete an annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.

Work is mainly performed in the Kansas City office; however, occasional travel up to 25-35% to perform fieldwork and project oversight in Mid-west and sometimes nationwide will be required.

This position will require some outdoor work within the four-state area of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions, with opportunities to support projects throughout the country.

Projects outside the Kansas City area will require overnight travel.

Additional Information

This full-time position requires roughly 25-35% travel.

This in-office position is primarily desk work in our Kansas City office.

• This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• 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.

Benefits

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long‑term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide 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.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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