Stormwater Project Manager | Indianapolis, IN

Position Overview

Davey Resource Group (DRG) is seeking a motivated Stormwater Project Manager to support and expand stormwater compliance services throughout Northern Indiana & Southwest Michigan. This role is a strategic growth position focused on pursuing new stormwater and NPDES compliance opportunities, supporting existing & new clients, and integrating compliance services into active construction, maintenance, and restoration projects.

Job Duties

• Perform NPDES stormwater compliance inspections and reporting in accordance with federal, state, and local permit requirements, including Construction General Permit (CGP) compliance where applicable.
• Cover, manage, and audit Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) to ensure compliance with NPDES permit conditions.
• Review construction plans to ensure ESC measures are effective, compliant, and practical for field implementation.
• Serve as a client-facing representative for stormwater and NPDES compliance services, supporting business development, client retention, and strategic market growth in Northern Indiana.
• Cookordinate with contractors, project managers, and operations staff to ensure erosion and sediment control BMPs and stormwater measures are properly installed, maintained, and documented.
• Integrate stormwater and NPDES compliance services into existing construction, restoration, and maintenance projects when feasible.
• Communicate compliance findings, deficiencies, and corrective actions clearly between field crews, management, and clients.
• Prepare inspection reports, compliance logs, corrective action documentation, and regulatory correspondence using company and client-specific platforms.
• Cookordinate with local, state, and federal agencies regarding NPDES, stormwater, erosion and sediment control, and related compliance matters.
• Support field operations as needed, including equipment operation (past experience preferred).

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience performing NPDES stormwater and/or SWPPP inspections on construction or maintenance projects 3+ years.
• Working knowledge of NPDES permitting requirements, erosion and sediment control BMPs, and stormwater compliance documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing interactions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite; ability to learn company-specific compliance platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing client portfolio or demonstrated success expanding environmental services into new markets.
• State or industry stormwater / erosion control certifications, or ability to obtain.
• CPESC, CESSWI, OSHA 30, SWPPP Inspector, Ect…MS4 program familiarity and the understanding of municipal separate storm sewer system & management processes.
• Strong construction background, including experience working with heavy equipment and active job sites.
• Experience supporting NPDES compliance for linear infrastructure, ditch maintenance, construction, or utility projects.
• Familiarity with SPCC plans, chemical handling, and waste management best practices.
• Experience with ditch maintenance, mowing programs, log removal, skid steer, and excavator operation.