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Terracon

Senior Environmental Compliance Scientist/Engineer

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What they do

An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.

$80,630 / year median in Texas

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Senior Environmental Compliance Scientist/Engineer Terracon - 3.2 Fort Worth, TX Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Business development management Content creation for technical audiences Customer relationship building Business development within consulting Spreadsheets Word embeddings Environmental compliance Technical report writing Driver's License Client management Environmental law compliance support experience Managing projects Client growth strategy Manufacturing company experience Market development strategies Consulting firm experience
Full Job Description General Responsibilities:
Terracon is seeking an experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Scientist or Engineer to join our Team in DFW Metro. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a significant contribution to the continued growth of our Regulatory Compliance practice. Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 9,000 employees in more than 180 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon's growth is due to valued employees 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 best demonstrated by offering a flexible work schedule, striving for employees to have a proper work/life balance, and enabling employees to work remotely when appropriate. In addition, Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, we offer benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan with matching (monetary and company stock), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, a company stock purchases plan, and various bonus programs. To be successful in this role, this individual will need to have a strong technical background, with proven leadership and project management skills. The individual should have experience identifying, developing, and engaging client relationships to grow compliance services and be able to partner with existing staff to grow opportunities locally and regionally. The individual must be established in the regulatory compliance market in Texas and have strong knowledge of the DFW metro markets, including manufacturing and industrial sectors. The individual will be responsible for driving growth of the regulatory compliance practice. This individual will serve as a senior client-facing professional responsible for leading environmental compliance business development initiatives, strengthening existing client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and preparing successful proposals. Concurrent to client engagement and growth, they will also provide technical leadership through project execution, report preparation, and quality review of deliverables. The role includes training, mentoring, and coaching staff on technical compliance services, project delivery, client management, and business development best practices. The individual should have solid experience in Texas and EPA regulations. A broad range of regulatory compliance experience, with technical expertise in some of the following areas: Client-facing technical discussions and strategy development Regulatory analysis and interpretation Agency coordination and negotiation with
TCEQ/EPA
RCRA/Hazardous waste Stormwater (municipal, industrial, construction) Compliance auditing Oil Storage/SPCC plans/FRPs SARA Title III (Tier II/TRI) reporting Industrial wastewater Air permitting (Title V and minor source)
Sustainability Environmental Management Systems Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Grow and expand existing environmental compliance services Understand the local and regional market Participate in the development of local and regional marketing strategies Develop strong working relationships with clients Develop proposals in response to RFPs and client requests Prepare calculations, applications, plans, reports, proposals, and other deliverables Manage projects to ensure quality and timeliness Mentor staff in technical and consulting aspects of the profession Support safety efforts to promote safety rules and guidelines Evaluate problems and develop practical solutions that enable our clients to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations
Requirements:
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering (Environmental, Chemical, or Civil preferred), or other environmental-related discipline Minimum 10+ years of experience in a full-time regulatory compliance consulting role Demonstrated experience identifying and expanding client relationships Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability Excellent analytical and communication skills Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work and possess a positive attitude Valid driver's license with acceptable driving history
Preferred Requirements:
For Engineers, P.E. 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER and current 8-Hr refresher preferred Master's degree About Us Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement. 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. About the Team Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive. 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.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Employee Stock Options (ESOs)