Staff Scientist/Geologist

Staff Scientist/Geologist

• Richmond, Virginia
• Regular, Full time
• Job ID 3834

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General Responsibilities:

Conduct environmental site investigations, including soil and groundwater sampling, subsurface investigations, field monitoring, soil classification, and asbestos surveys. Evaluate and interpret soil, groundwater, and other environmental data to characterize site conditions and support risk evaluation and remediation strategies. Prepare technical reports, proposals, and regulatory correspondence. Collaborate with environmental staff on projects including Phase I/II environmental site assessments, remediation, well installation and sampling, tank closures, asbestos surveys, site planning and permitting, and construction-related investigations.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Conduct Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and environmental site characterization.
• Perform asbestos and other hazardous materials surveys.
• Demonstrate quality awareness and support consistent quality standards in proposal development and project delivery.
• Serve as a developing-level scientific professional responsible for conducting analyses on project components, with assignments designed to build technical knowledge and capabilities.
• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection activities.
• Implement technical requirements for client projects by directing and supervising field staff during sampling, testing, data collection, and site documentation activities.
• Assist with the collection and analysis of data from sampling efforts, reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs to support project evaluation, planning, and permitting.
• Evaluate moderately complex laboratory and field data and prepare written reports.
• Conduct water, soil, and other environmental sampling activities.
• Develop investigative programs by selecting appropriate techniques and methodologies to conduct site studies within the area of expertise.
• Prepare written proposals for small- and medium-sized projects and assist with proposal development for larger projects.
• Participate as a team member in project meetings and client communications related to specific tasks and projects.
• May oversee work performed by lower-level scientists, engineers, and technicians.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or related science field and a minimum of 3 years' related experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in field of expertise
• AHERA-Certified Asbestos Building Inspector
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER

Minimum Salary: $$62,200.00

Maximum Salary: $$87,100.00

The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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