Senior Environmental Scientist - Site Assessments

Terracon; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an experienced environmental scientist to lead environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys, sampling air, water, soil and materials, and to design remediation strategies and protection plans to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

The role includes preparing permits, risk assessments, and technical documents for proposals and regulatory agency correspondence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field with 7+ years experience, or 11+ years without a degree.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.
• Mentor junior level scientists/engineers and lead team efforts.
• Direct field staff to sample, test and collect data; document site activities.
• Prepare written proposals and perform quality control reviews.
• Evaluate laboratory and field data and assemble written reports.
• Attend client meetings as needed.

Skills

Certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Job description

Terracon is seeking an experienced environmental scientist to lead environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys, sampling air, water, soil and materials, and to design remediation strategies and protection plans to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

The role includes preparing permits, risk assessments, and technical documents for proposals and regulatory agency correspondence.