Environmental Scientist - Junior to Mid-Level

About the role

Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Junior to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist based in Kansas City, MO.

Position Summary

The selected candidate will provide support on various environmental projects throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri. This position will primarily support soil and groundwater investigations and removal activities at Superfund sites located throughout EPA Region 7 (Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska). Overnight travel to support projects outside the Kansas City area will be required.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare reports including Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs), and other various environmental sampling reports
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples
• Interpret sample data and prepare data summary reports
• Potentially support environmental studies including asbestos and lead-related work surveys, and mold and radon assessments
• Communicate and interact with project clients, property owners, vendors, and subcontractors
• Oversee and manage subcontractors related to site assessment activities including but not limited to laboratories, drillers, and direct-push technology subcontractors
• Support proposal and cost estimate development
• Communicate and coordinate projects with existing clients

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences (Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, etc.) or Engineering
• Completion of 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training
• 2-4+ years of experience with environmental studies, analyzing for hazardous materials in the environment (soil, groundwater, air, etc.), environmental consulting or related activities
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Highly motivated and customer focused
• Work well in a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication, responsiveness, and customer service skills
• Passing a criminal background check
• Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with environmental sampling work, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and air
• Report writing experience

Physical Requirements

• Lift sample coolers and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Wear a full-face respirator
• Complete an annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• This full-time position requires roughly 25-35% travel.
• Work is mainly performed in the Kansas City office; however, overnight travel to perform fieldwork and project oversight throughout Midwest and occasionally nationwide will be required.
• This position will require some outdoor work within the four-state area of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions, with opportunities to support projects throughout the country.
• Projects outside the Kansas City area will require overnight travel.

Additional Information

• Work schedule will vary based on field work scheduled; office work will be conducted during standard business hours, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Overtime may be required during field sampling events.
• This in-office position is primarily desk work in our Kansas City office.
• Approximately 25-35% overnight travel is required to perform fieldwork and project oversight throughout the Midwest and occasionally nationwide.
• This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits
• Merit-based financial rewards
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth

Benefits

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.