Hazmat / Environmental Inspector
About the role
SRE Engineering, D.P.C. is a New York State and City certified M/WBE and DBE engineering and construction management firm with offices in Manhattan and Yonkers. We specialize in NYC municipal infrastructure — bridges, water mains, CSO facilities, pump stations, and coastal resiliency. We are a family-owned firm built on decades of institutional knowledge and deep relationships with NYC's regulatory agencies.
THE OPPORTUNITY
SRE Engineering is seeking an experienced Hazmat/Environmental Inspector (NICET III) to support environmental compliance monitoring on a landmark NYCDOT bridge project Brooklyn. This project involves full bridge reconstruction within a sensitive urban parkland environment with active oversight from NYCDEP, NYCDPR, NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), and NYSDEC. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with demonstrated experience in lead paint removal compliance, surface soil sampling, and multi-agency environmental coordination.
QUALIFICATIONS
- NICET Level III certification required
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I certification required
- Minimum 5–7 years of construction inspection experience with a hazmat or environmental compliance focus
- NYCDOT or NYSDOT project experience required
- Experience with lead paint removal compliance, monitoring, and documentation on bridge construction projects required
- Experience with surface soil sampling protocols for lead, including sampling, analysis, and evaluation plan preparation required
- Familiarity with NYSDEC, NYCDEP, and NYC Department of Parks and Recreation environmental requirements required
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required; 8-hour annual refresher current
- Experience with erosion and sediment control measures, stormwater protection, and site runoff monitoring required
- Familiarity with LPC coordination requirements and environmentally sensitive urban construction sites preferred
- Experience coordinating with multiple regulatory agencies simultaneously on complex urban infrastructure projects preferred
- Strong written communication skills for regulatory documentation, field reports, and agency correspondence
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor contractor compliance with lead paint removal plans, specifications, and all applicable safety standards
- Collect, document, and submit surface soil samples for lead analysis before, during, and upon completion of all lead paint removal activities
- Prepare and submit the sampling, analysis, and evaluation plan to NYCDOT for approval prior to implementation
- Monitor erosion control measures, sediment barriers, and stormwater protection measures throughout construction
- Ensure all required environmental protection measures are implemented to prevent contamination of Prospect Park Lake and surrounding parkland
- Cookordinate with NYCDEP, NYCDPR, NYSDEC, and LPC on environmental compliance obligations and reporting
- Assist in reviewing and evaluating contractor proposals for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials
- Prepare daily environmental inspection reports and maintain project records in accordance with MURK requirements
- Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy environmental records throughout the construction period
Pay
$85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
About us
Building with purpose, crafting with excellence
With a strong foundation built on experience, integrity, and innovation, we take pride in delivering high-quality construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
Mission: Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision: We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.