Field Scientist: Environmental Site Investigations & Compliance

Terracon; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct environmental site investigations, assess risks, and design remediation strategies to ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes field sampling of air, water, soil, and materials, with involvement in permitting and reporting.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety on projects, maintaining quality standards, and supporting data collection from diverse sources. Some client contact may be involved on certain projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field is required.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience, or 5 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Certification in field of expertise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects; participate in pre-task planning.
• Understand and practice quality acumen and maintain proposal/project quality.
• Develop scientifically oriented analyses for project components.
• Perform site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Assist in data collection from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photos.
• Conduct water, soil and other sampling.
• Direct field staff to sample, test and collect data for client projects.
• Outline investigative programs by selecting appropriate techniques.
• Draft written proposals for clients and contribute to larger proposals.
• Limited client contact may occur on specific projects/tasks.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality mindset

Quality assurance

Scientific analysis

Field data collection

Data analysis

Water/soil sampling

Project coordination

Investigation planning

Proposal writing

Client contact

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct environmental site investigations, assess risks, and design remediation strategies to ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes field sampling of air, water, soil, and materials, with involvement in permitting and reporting.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety on projects, maintaining quality standards, and supporting data collection from diverse sources. Some client contact may be involved on certain projects.