Senior Environmental Inspector - Plant Salvage Field Supervisor

About The Opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a qualified Senior Environmental Inspector - Plant Salvage Field Supervisor to be located in southern Nevada. This role supports a large-scale linear construction project by leading plant salvage and restoration efforts, with a focus on protected species such as cactus and yucca in arid environments.

What You Will Accomplish

• Lead and oversee plant salvage operations (e.g., cactus, yucca, and other sensitive desert species)
• Coordinate salvage sequencing with construction schedules
• Implement Biological Opinions, Plans of Development, permits, and agency stipulations
• Supervise salvage crews and subcontractors
• Establish salvage, staging, and replanting areas
• Ensure compliance with BLM, USFWS, and client requirements
• Track salvage metrics and success rates
• Utilize GIS, GPS, and digital data platforms
• Develop adaptive management strategies
• Cookordination with environmental and construction teams
• Maintain safety and develop hazard plans
• Support post-construction monitoring and restoration

Experience And Qualifications For Success

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with desert plant salvage (preferred)
• Knowledge of BLM and USFWS requirements
• Experience managing field crews including subcontractors and vendors
• Understanding of construction workflows
• Experience with GIS and data platforms
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Able to work in remote environments
• Valid driver’s license and clean record
• Able to pass background check and screening

Drug And Alcohol Testing Requirements

• This position is subject to pre-employment, post-incident, and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with client requirements and applicable regulations.
• Candidates must be able to:
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Participate in random testing programs
• Comply with post-incident and reasonable suspicion testing
• Meet all site-specific safety and substance policies
• Failure to comply may result in disqualification or removal from a project.

Pay Range

The actual pay within this range will be determined based on factors permitted by law, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business and client needs. Certain client project contracts may offer a premium pay rate above the base hourly rate when applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SWCA Environmental Consultants is committed to salary equity and pay transparency for all employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA provides good-faith pay ranges in all advertised job postings to promote equitable and transparent compensation practices.

Additional Information

• EEO - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
• We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.
• This position is eligible for our wellness paid time off, employee assistance program and wellness program activities.
• We continue to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff.
• Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position.