Junior Environmental Scientist – Field & Permitting (Hybrid)

Tetra Tech; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexible work arrangements

Learning & development opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to join our Houston team, supporting environmental projects across the southern and mid-western United States. The role requires strong technical writing, organization, and communication, with field work, travel, and regulatory interface as needed.

Proficiency in MS Office and a valid driver's license are required. Strong candidates will have a background in biology or related environmental sciences and be capable of working

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, environmental planning, or related field.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate technical reports, permit materials, field documentation, and correspondence.
• Strong task management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the team.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support on environmental projects across southern and mid-west US.
• Delineation of wetlands and site investigations.
• Field surveys, water quality assessments, species surveys, and monitoring.
• Report writing, permit applications, plant mapping, and database management.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations for permitting.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Technical writing

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology/earth sciences

Tools

ArcGIS

Fulcrum

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Biologist to join our Houston team, supporting environmental projects across the southern and mid-western United States. The role requires strong technical writing, organization, and communication, with field work, travel, and regulatory interface as needed.

Proficiency in MS Office and a valid driver's license are required. Strong candidates will have a background in biology or related environmental sciences and be capable of working