Environmental Project Compliance Specialist

APTIM is seeking a Compliance Specialist in California for our Solid Waste Services Group in the Concord area to support our portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in stormwater compliance, environmental compliance audits, groundwater monitoring, landfill gas compliance, and solid waste reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and complete regulatory compliance reports, work plans, and special studies.
• Develop, implement, and manage Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans for industrial projects.
• Conduct compliance monitoring, site inspections, and enforcement of SWPPP and SPCC requirements.
• Prepare environmental reports, plans, and permit applications across water, waste, air, and stormwater programs.
• Assist in developing monitoring, training, testing, record-keeping, and reporting protocols.
• Manage deadlines, multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Perform groundwater, leachate, stormwater, and landfill gas sampling and testing.
• Coordinate sampling paperwork and bottle orders for sampling events.
• Conduct construction quality assurance oversight.
• Travel to project sites for inspections, audits, and client meetings as needed.
• Prepare and manage scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Collaborate and coordinate with contractors, clients, and other team members.

Requirements

• Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP).
• BS/MS in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 4-10 years of compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater regulations (industrial) and broader environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste, SPCC, air permitting, and wastewater.
• Ability to work on multidisciplinary projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Self-starter and problem solver.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to wear proper PPE for work.
• Possess a "Safety First" work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid Waste Experience.
• Licensed State of California Professional Geologist or Engineer.
• Previous experience working with the California State Water Resources Control Board.
• Possession of 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training with current 8-hour refresher certificate.

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provides integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

At APTIM, you can expect work worthy of your time and talent, respect and flexibility to live a full life, determination to deliver for clients and communities, a voice in improving the company, and investment in your personal and professional development.

Pay

The current pay range for this position is $85K–$120K per year. Compensation depends on experience, education, key skills, geographic location, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace with multiple plan options.
• Company-paid and optional life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy).
• 401(k) plans with employer contributions.