SWPPP Inspector/ Environmental Monitor

This role focuses on field-based work performing environmental inspections, Stormwater Pollution Prevention (SWPPP) inspections, observing construction progress, and ensuring compliance on active utility and construction sites across New York State. The position is attached to our Environmental Division in our Rochester, NY office and offers hybrid (home/office/job site) work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform SWPPP inspections on active construction sites, documenting compliance with erosion and sediment control measures
• Prepare detailed technical SWPPP reports and maintain related on-site documents
• Conduct regular inspections of construction sites to ensure Stormwater and Erosion Control compliance with provided Engineering construction documents
• Conduct agricultural monitoring in coordination with landowners and farm operators
• Perform environmental and agricultural monitoring for electric transmission line or renewable energy-related construction projects permitted under New York State Public Service Law Article VII, AVIII, or 94-c
• Ensure construction activities comply with Environmental Management and Construction Plans (EM&CP)
• Conduct daily field inspections of active construction areas including access roads, structure sites, laydown yards, and restoration areas
• Monitor and document compliance related to wetlands and waterbodies, erosion and sediment controls, protected and sensitive resources, agricultural lands, and farm operations
• Monitor work within or adjacent to regulated wetlands, streams, and other jurisdictional resources
• Serve as the primary on-site representative responsible for identifying non-compliance and directing corrective actions
• Coordinate directly with construction supervisors, contractors, and project managers to resolve environmental and agricultural compliance issues in real time
• Verify proper installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures in accordance with NYS standards and project-specific plans
• Maintain organized field notes and daily logs using company templates, ensuring records are consistent and complete
• Play a key part in ensuring designs are built as intended, documenting field conditions, and communicating with engineers, contractors, and clients throughout construction

Requirements

• Minimum BA or BS in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Biology
• 2 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, monitoring, or construction oversight
• Familiarity with NYSDEC stormwater regulations
• Familiarity with New York Department of Agriculture and Markets guidelines for energy projects
• Comfort working outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions on uneven terrain
• Ability to complete high-quality technical reports
• Some travel within New York and surrounding states is required

Pay

Salary Range: $50,000 – $70,000. The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events