Environmental Compliance Monitor

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental compliance inspections on active construction sites to identify and document issues related to stormwater management; erosion and sediment control; wetlands, waterways, and other regulated resources; as well as compliance concerns involving threatened and endangered species, cultural resources, required buffers, and tree preservation.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections for additional permit and plan requirements, as applicable to the project, including Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans; air quality permit conditions and fugitive dust controls; construction related noise requirements; and other environmental compliance obligations identified in project documents or permits.
• Apply working knowledge of environmental permits, plans, and standard practices to assess field conditions and determine compliance; exercise some independent judgement in the field, escalating more complex interpretations, permit deviations, or non-routine conditions to project leadership.
• Verify compliance with project specific permits, plans, and environmental requirements, including SWPPPs, mitigation plans, and construction drawings.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure impacts to regulated resources comply with permit requirements.
• Verify that restoration methods and seed mixes used on projects for wetlands, agricultural land, and other areas requiring restoration conform to the requirements of the project.
• Verify that areas of disturbance conform to the project requirements, and sensitive areas are not adversely impacted during construction activities, including monitoring to prevent over-clearing.
• Document site conditions through written field notes, photographs, and inspection reports using project-specific formats and electronic data collection tools.
• Identify, document, and track instances of non-compliance and communicate findings to team leaders, project managers, and construction personnel.
• Aid in the preparation of routine inspection reports and regulatory documentation as required.
• Review and prepare construction specific mitigation plans, depending on project requirements.
• Work directly with contractors and construction personnel in the field to communicate environmental requirements and support timely corrective actions.
• Cookordination with project team members to address field issues and clarify permit or plan requirements.
• Perform day-to-day field coordination and communication under moderate supervision, following established procedures and general direction, with access to project leadership for guidance on complex or sensitive issues.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with others.
• Familiarity with natural resources such as wetlands, waterways, rare species, invasive species, and other environmental features.
• Working understanding of construction site environmental controls, including erosion and sediment control BMPs.
• Working knowledge of environmental compliance requirements and the ability to apply established procedures and project-specific requirements in the field.
• Ability to accurately observe, document, and communicate field conditions.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment on routine field issues and recognize when to seek guidance on complex or non-standard compliance situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, paperless reporting and documentation, use of basic electronic data entry tools.
• Ability to work weekends as needed, as dictated by weather and construction needs.
• Willingness to learn new skills and ask questions while conducting field work.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements associated with utility construction compliance is considered an asset.

Travel Requirement

Approximately 75% travel, including extended assignments and variable schedules based on construction activities.

Education and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• 2+ years of experience in environmental monitoring, construction inspection, stormwater compliance, or related field work.
• Prior experience on construction sites or performing environmental inspections is required.
• Experience working through environmental permitting in multiple markets is an asset.