Field Scientist
Job title: Field Scientist in Providence, RI at Terracon
Company: Terracon
Job description: Service LineEnvironmentalOffice NameProvidenceJob DescriptionRhode Island based, rapidly growing, environmental firm is seeking an experienced, reliable, and task-oriented Project Assistant (PA) to join their team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with competitive compensation and benefits package.Job Summary:
SAGE PAs provide essential support to the company principal, senior project managers, environmental scientists (project managers and junior scientists), other staff (i.e., drilling professionals and accounting staff) and SAGE clients in accomplishing both complex and general tasks, as needed.
PAs draft reports, compile report appendices and produce correspondence including, but not limited to; routine status reports, reliance letters, and environmental assessments (e.g. Phase I's, Limited Subsurface Investigations, Site Investigation Reports, UST Closure Assessments, Remedial Action Work Plans, soil disposal applications, Environmental Land Use Restrictions, Soil Management Plans, Public Notices, etc.).
PAs transcribe field notes and/or data into digital SAGE format to create supporting documents such as boring logs and Excel tables/spreadsheet, etc. PAs organize and track down any missing information/data from science staff, as needed.
PAs also assist project managers in managing Sites through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) and/or Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) regulatory system in order to keep the project on schedule and receive necessary signatures and/or RIDEM/MassDEP approvals.Benefit Overview:
Competitive salary
Company-paid sick and vacation time
Company contributions to 401k
Company profit sharing
Company-paid quarterly incentive compensation (discretionary bonuses)
Responsibilities:
Draft, review, finalize and distribute environmental reports (Phase I ESAs, Limited Subsurface Investigations, UST closure applications and reports, soil disposal applications, routine status reports)
Review historic files/regulatory documents at RIDEM and online via MassDEP
Produce/send public notices via USPS certified mail
Create Boring logs in Strater®
Receive, review and QC laboratory data from laboratories and make accessible to science staff
Update historic tables/graphs as data is received
Data entry/field note transcription (Word & Excel)
Prep and update PowerPoint presentations
Provide GIS backup
Order miscellaneous office/field supplies
Order and maintain inventory of stationary, business cards, shirts, sweatshirts, gear bag supplies
Oversee office equipment maintenance (scheduling & tracking/calendaring)
Arrange for field equipment repairs (send out via FedEx or UPS)
Requirements:
Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Microsoft Excel
Previous Environmental/Technical Writing experience (Preferred)
Job Type:
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm or 8:30 am-5:30 pm
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
ExemptionExemptRequisition ID31640BREmployment TypeRegular, Full TimeAbout TerraconTerracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.Terracon's vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.Job CategoryScientistExpected Salary RangeThe expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Expected salary:
Location: Providence, RI
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Company: Terracon
Job description: Service LineEnvironmentalOffice NameProvidenceJob DescriptionRhode Island based, rapidly growing, environmental firm is seeking an experienced, reliable, and task-oriented Project Assistant (PA) to join their team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with competitive compensation and benefits package.Job Summary:
SAGE PAs provide essential support to the company principal, senior project managers, environmental scientists (project managers and junior scientists), other staff (i.e., drilling professionals and accounting staff) and SAGE clients in accomplishing both complex and general tasks, as needed.
PAs draft reports, compile report appendices and produce correspondence including, but not limited to; routine status reports, reliance letters, and environmental assessments (e.g. Phase I's, Limited Subsurface Investigations, Site Investigation Reports, UST Closure Assessments, Remedial Action Work Plans, soil disposal applications, Environmental Land Use Restrictions, Soil Management Plans, Public Notices, etc.).
PAs transcribe field notes and/or data into digital SAGE format to create supporting documents such as boring logs and Excel tables/spreadsheet, etc. PAs organize and track down any missing information/data from science staff, as needed.
PAs also assist project managers in managing Sites through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) and/or Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) regulatory system in order to keep the project on schedule and receive necessary signatures and/or RIDEM/MassDEP approvals.Benefit Overview:
Competitive salary
Company-paid sick and vacation time
Company contributions to 401k
Company profit sharing
Company-paid quarterly incentive compensation (discretionary bonuses)
Responsibilities:
Draft, review, finalize and distribute environmental reports (Phase I ESAs, Limited Subsurface Investigations, UST closure applications and reports, soil disposal applications, routine status reports)
Review historic files/regulatory documents at RIDEM and online via MassDEP
Produce/send public notices via USPS certified mail
Create Boring logs in Strater®
Receive, review and QC laboratory data from laboratories and make accessible to science staff
Update historic tables/graphs as data is received
Data entry/field note transcription (Word & Excel)
Prep and update PowerPoint presentations
Provide GIS backup
Order miscellaneous office/field supplies
Order and maintain inventory of stationary, business cards, shirts, sweatshirts, gear bag supplies
Oversee office equipment maintenance (scheduling & tracking/calendaring)
Arrange for field equipment repairs (send out via FedEx or UPS)
Requirements:
Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Microsoft Excel
Previous Environmental/Technical Writing experience (Preferred)
Job Type:
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm or 8:30 am-5:30 pm
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
ExemptionExemptRequisition ID31640BREmployment TypeRegular, Full TimeAbout TerraconTerracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.Terracon's vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.Job CategoryScientistExpected Salary RangeThe expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Expected salary:
Location: Providence, RI
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