Field Scientist - Environmental Investigations & Compliance

Terracon; Mountlake Terrace (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Science professional to conduct investigations, assessments and surveys across air, water, soil and materials. You will design protective plans, prepare regulatory documents and contribute to project and proposal delivery from Mountlake Terrace, WA.

Responsibilities include field sampling, data collection, and analyses to support risk assessment and remediation design while ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field; 1 year related experience or 5 years’ related experience in lieu of degree.
• Certification in field of expertise preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable history.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Practice quality acumen and ensure quality standards in proposals and delivery.
• Develop scientifically rigorous analyses for project components; grow knowledge and abilities.
• Perform site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing data from sampling, reports, maps and tests.
• Conduct water, soil and other sampling as required.
• Direct field staff to sample, test and collect data to complete client projects.
• Outline investigative programs and select appropriate techniques for field studies.
• Draft client proposals for small projects and contribute to larger proposals.
• May have limited client contact on specific projects.

Skills

Field sampling

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Proposal writing

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Science professional to conduct investigations, assessments and surveys across air, water, soil and materials. You will design protective plans, prepare regulatory documents and contribute to project and proposal delivery from Mountlake Terrace, WA.

Responsibilities include field sampling, data collection, and analyses to support risk assessment and remediation design while ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations.