Field Scientist: Environmental Assessment & Data Collection

Terracon; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample air, water, soil, and materials. You will help identify risks, recommend remediation strategies, and prepare permit applications and technical documents for regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities include field data collection, reporting, and assisting with proposals and client communication while ensuring safety and quality standards across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field and 1 year related experience.
• Or minimum of 5 years’ related experience in lieu of a degree.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Perform site visits and field data collection.
• Prepare proposals, reports and regulatory agency correspondence.
• Design environmental protection plans and assist with permitting.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Field data collection

Regulatory compliance

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample air, water, soil, and materials. You will help identify risks, recommend remediation strategies, and prepare permit applications and technical documents for regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities include field data collection, reporting, and assisting with proposals and client communication while ensuring safety and quality standards across projects.