Environmental Field Scientist

General Responsibilities:

We are seeking a qualified Environmental Scientist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in Terracon’s Environmental Planning and Permitting team, conducting Natural Resources surveys such as wetland & stream delineations, managing Section 404/401 Clean Water Act permitting processes, conducting site visits with agencies, conducting wildlife/protected species assessments, and preparing technical reports. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to environmental conservation and sustainable development initiatives.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standard for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.

• Understand and practice quality acumen.

• Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.

• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection or assignments.

• Conduct wetland & stream delineations in accordance with regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.

• Analyze data collected during wetland & stream delineations and prepare detailed reports to document findings.

• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects.

• Conduct protected species assessments and protected species surveys, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations.

• Support other Environmental projects and services as-needed, including but not limited to Environmental Planning and Permitting, Natural Resources, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Limited Site Investigations (LSIs), Due Diligence, Site Investigation and Remediation, Regulatory Compliance, Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health and Safety,

• May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

• Assist senior scientists.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

• Provide support for other service areas as needed within Terracon's Eastern Midwest division.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science field and a minimum 1 year related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years’ related experience.
• Wetland Delineation experience.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Wildlife/Protected Species survey experience.
• Certification in field of expertise preferred.