Staff Scientist

Terracon; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an environmental consultant to conduct building environmental science assessments and manage BES projects. You will plan field tasks, interpret data, prepare reports, and maintain safety culture.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of environmental consulting experience, with emphasis on hazardous building materials, IAQ/IEQ, and good technical writing. On-site field work and client interactions are common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• 3–5 years of environmental consulting experience.
• Experience with hazardous building materials or IAQ/IEQ preferred.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform asbestos, lead paint, PCB, and other hazardous building materials surveys.
• Conduct mold, moisture intrusion, IAQ/IEQ assessments.
• Collect environmental samples including dust and bulk materials.
• Evaluate field and laboratory data to identify environmental risks and recommendations.
• Perform construction-phase environmental monitoring and abatement oversight.
• Coordinate field activities with clients, contractors, laboratories, and subcontractors.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and task completion.
• Maintain project documentation and regulatory records.
• Support proposal development and scope preparation.
• Execute projects in accordance with Terracon quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Communicate project findings and recommendations effectively.
• Participate in client meetings and site visits.
• Identify opportunities for additional BES and Terracon services.
• Support business development and proposal efforts.
• Follow Terracon safety policies, procedures, and pre-task planning requirements.
• Identify and communicate potential project safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate and complete field records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Deliver quality work products that meet project and client expectations.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Hazardous building materials

Technical writing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

General Responsibilities

Conduct building environmental science assessments and investigations to identify, evaluate, and manage environmental risks affecting facilities, occupants, regulatory compliance, and construction activities. Plan and execute project tasks, interpret technical data, and prepare reports while delivering high-quality client service and maintaining Terracon's safety culture.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Perform asbestos, lead paint, PCB, and other hazardous building materials surveys.
• Conduct mold, moisture intrusion, indoor air quality (IAQ), and indoor environmental quality (IEQ) assessments.
• Collect environmental samples including dust and bulk materials.
• Evaluate field and laboratory data to identify environmental risks and recommendations.
• Perform construction-phase environmental monitoring and abatement oversight.

Project Management Responsibilities

• Coordinate field activities with clients, contractors, laboratories, and subcontractors.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and task completion.
• Maintain project documentation and regulatory records.
• Support proposal development and scope preparation.
• Execute projects in accordance with Terracon quality standards.

Client Development Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Communicate project findings and recommendations effectively.
• Participate in client meetings and site visits.
• Identify opportunities for additional BES and Terracon services.
• Support business development and proposal efforts.

Safety & Quality Responsibilities

• Follow Terracon safety policies, procedures, and pre-task planning requirements.
• Identify and communicate potential project safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate and complete field records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Deliver quality work products that meet project and client expectations.

Success Measures

• Delivers projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Produces technically sound reports and recommendations.
• Maintains strong client satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Demonstrates increasing technical expertise in BES services.
• Progresses toward project review authority and expanded project management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
• 3 – 5 years of environmental consulting experience.
• Experience with hazardous building materials, IAQ/IEQ, mold, moisture, or related BES services preferred.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Relevant certifications such as AHERA Inspector, Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor, or OSHA training preferred