Environmental Site Assessment Engineer

Terracon; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HAZWOPER training

Certification in field of expertise

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an environmental consultant to conduct Phase I/II site assessments, investigations, and surveys to measure, sample and analyze air, water and soil. Identify risks and remediation strategies to ensure compliance and prepare permit applications and technical documents, including data tabulation and figures using ArcGIS.

Field visits, data collection and drafting of proposals are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of related experience (or 6 years without a degree).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Developing level scientific professional responsible for conducting analyses of component portions of environmental consulting projects.
• Perform site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs.
• Conduct water, soil, air, and other sampling in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Communicate with project management team and adapt to field challenges.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects.
• Outline investigative programs and select appropriate techniques for field studies.
• Compile field data into tables and figures for draft technical reports.
• Draft proposals for clients and assist with larger project proposals.
• Provide subcontractor oversight and ensure safety, technical and quality standards.
• Limited client contact on certain projects.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Field safety

Education

BSc in Environmental Science/Geology/Engineering

6+ years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Terracon is seeking an environmental consultant to conduct Phase I/II site assessments, investigations, and surveys to measure, sample and analyze air, water and soil. Identify risks and remediation strategies to ensure compliance and prepare permit applications and technical documents, including data tabulation and figures using ArcGIS.

Field visits, data collection and drafting of proposals are key parts of the role.