Environmental Scientist II

Post Date

May 12, 2023

Location

Kansas City,
Missouri

ZIP/Postal Code

64106
US
Jun 29, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Environmental Engineering

Req #

CHI-623821

Pay Rate

$26 - $39 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a Mid-level Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer to manage and support various environmental projects throughout the country. This position will support a variety of contracts, including federal, state, local, and commercial clients.



Duties will include:

* Writing and reviewing Phase I and II ESAs

* Preparing permit applications and required reports for hazardous waste facilities, SPCC, SWPPP, air emissions, and other regulatory programs

* Development of sampling plans

* Participation in field sampling events and investigations, including collection of soil, groundwater, surface water, soil gas, and indoor air samples

* Proposal writing and cost estimating

* Project and subcontractor management



Duties may require limited outdoor work as well as overnight travel. In this position you will be part of a project team, in some cases as a project manager and in other cases as project support staff. You will gain valuable management skills, data collection and interpretation experience while managing project budgets, managing subcontractors and preparing detailed analysis of field data and project reports. Tetra Tech provides mentoring and training opportunities to help all staff levels hone their areas of expertise and diversify their interests.

Required Skills & Experience

* BS or BA degree in scientific or engineering field

* 6-10 years of environmental compliance, experience including:

Phase I and II ESAs

Preparing permit applications and required reports for hazardous waste facilities, SPCC, SWPP, air emissions and other regulatory programs

Developing of sampling plans

Sampling of environmental media (soil, groundwater, air, etc)

Technical writing

Environmental consulting or related activities

* Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)

* Customer focused

Proficient with MS word and Excel

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.