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Project Scientist


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 73000 - 109000
Posted: 3 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Braun Intertec is looking for a Project Scientist to lead and manage environmental projects including due diligence; spill response assessment and cleanup; soil & groundwater investigations and remediation implementation and oversight.

Own where you work! Braun Intertec is proud to be a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting geotechnical engineering and testing firm of 1000 employees with offices located in 10 states. We want you to help us continue to grow!

This role will include all aspects of project management such as budgeting; proposal writing; communication with clients subcontractors and internal staff; project set up and management; and directing field staff to complete all aspects of projects including final reporting. This role will include mentoring junior staff and coordinating with various internal and external resources to complete the project work.

Responsibilities:

Conduct and manage Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and related soil vapor and groundwater contaminant investigations

Manage active remediation sites and related services

Generate cost estimates for environmental investigation and remediation projects

Coordinate perform and direct staff and subcontractors for field tasks

Train and mentor new staff

Prepare and execute scope of work proposals

Produce and review applicable reports and regulatory documents

Manage projects for the entire life cycle including direct communications clients regulators and internal stakeholders

Required Skills:

Ability to independently analyze and interpret technical reports technical guidance documents and governmental regulations pertaining to environmental projects

Strong technical writing skills

Effective communication for clients regulators subcontractors and internal stakeholders

Ability to independently solve practical problems and manage daily project variables

High attention to detail and great organizational skills to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Required Experience:

B.S. degree or higher in Geology Earth or Environmental Sciences Engineering Chemistry or related field

3-5 years related experience in environmental assessment and remediation through Texas-based regulatory programs (see below)

Experience with regulatory programs & regulations:

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC)

Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP)

Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP)

Industrial and Hazardous Waste (IHW) Corrective Action Program

Leaking Petroleum Storage Tank (LPST) Program

Additional Preferred Experience:

Professional Geoscientist (P.G.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Geologist-in-Training (GIT) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with desire to obtain P.G. or P.E.

Spill response remediation oversight and associated reporting

Industrial compliance

Demonstrated history of client development and/or staff supervision

As a part of our exciting growth initiatives we are continuing to build relationships in emerging markets and recruiting new talent. By hiring the best people and helping each other grow both professionally and personally we ensure a bright future for our employee owners and our clients.

Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring. Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including: medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan PTO Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) performance bonuses paid holidays technical training and career development resources and access to our wellness program. The ESOP is a benefit we are proud of and celebrate as it allows all employees to be owners within the company.

Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test criminal background check and motor vehicle report.

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Compensation Range:

$73000.00 - $109000.00

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran or disability status.

Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application please email .

As an Equal Opportunity Employer Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment please e-mail us at. In your e-mail please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.


Required Experience:

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Full-service geotechnical, environmental consulting and testing firm, based in Minnesota, North Dakota, Texas, and beyond. Our experienced group of engineers understands the challenges of a variety of markets, from transportation, energy to commercial.

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