Environmental Compliance Monitor

Key Responsibilities

• Field Monitoring & Inspection
• Carry out environmental compliance inspections on active construction sites.
• Identify and document issues related to stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, wetlands, waterways, and other regulated resources.
• Document compliance concerns involving threatened and endangered species, cultural resources, required buffers, and tree preservation.
• Conduct inspections for additional permit and plan requirements, as applicable to the project.
• Audit compliance with project specific permits, plans, and environmental requirements, including SWPPPs, mitigation plans, and construction drawings.
• Maintain oversight of construction activities to ensure impacts to regulated resources comply with permit requirements.
• Verify restoration methods and seed mixes used on projects for wetlands, agricultural land, and other areas requiring restoration.
• Monitor construction activities to prevent adverse impacts to sensitive areas during construction.
• Document site conditions through written field notes, photographs, and inspection reports.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare and review construction specific mitigation plans, depending on project requirements.
• Prepare routine inspection reports and regulatory documentation as required.
• Track instances of non-compliance and communicate findings to team leaders, project managers, and construction personnel.
• Coordination & Communication
• Communicate environmental requirements to contractors and construction personnel in the field.
• Coordinate with project team members to address field issues and clarify permit or plan requirements.
• Work directly with contractors and construction personnel to support timely corrective actions.
• Follow established procedures and general direction, with access to project leadership for guidance on complex or sensitive issues.
• Safety & Compliance Culture
• Support and follow all health, safety, and environmental (HSSE) requirements, including exercising stop work authority when unsafe or non-compliant conditions are observed.
• Participate in required safety training and adhere to client and site-specific safety protocols.

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.