SWPPP Inspector/ Environmental Monitor

About the role

This role focuses on field-based work: performing environmental inspections, Stormwater Pollution Prevention (SWPPP) inspections, observing construction progress, and ensuring compliance. We are seeking an Environmental Monitor/Stormwater Erosion Control Inspector to conduct required inspections on active utility and construction sites across the state of New York. This individual should be experienced in a variety of projects with a focus on ensuring compliance with applicable erosion and sediment control and stormwater management regulations, ultimately resulting in a successfully constructed project. The position is attached to our Environmental Division in our Rochester, NY office. Hybrid (home/office/job site) work schedules are available for this position.

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 but not limited to 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, Ecology, or Biology
• 2 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, monitoring, 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
• Fast-paced environmental consulting/engineering practice experience

Pay

Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000. The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance).

• 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

Schedule

Hybrid (home/office/job site) work schedules are available.