Construction Specialist

Description

• Provides Environmental Oversight and compliance/inspections associated with Transmission Capital Projects and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
• Monitors and reports to Project Management on status of construction units estimated and actuals billed to date of project.
• Observe that wetlands & sensitive areas' identification are in place and that crews are aware of them prior to entering such areas.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
• Provides Environmental Compliance and construction oversite on transmission Site Development and Linear Transmission Line construction projects for Electric Transmission infrastructure.
• Interprets complex plans and drawings.
• Performs all required erosion and sediment, stormwater management and pollution prevention inspections for applicable construction projects.
• Drive a company vehicle safely to work locations for the organization.
• Assist in developing recommendations on future R-O-W maintenance requirements.
• Manage and oversee site development crews. Responsible for providing oversight for sediment and erosion control or Best Management Practice (BMP) contractors to ensure all measures are installed as per the approved plan.
• Ensure that all field operations are in compliance with permits, including road use permits, natural resource protection act permits, Corp of Engineers permits, etc.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners, and the public.
• Document pre- and post-work field conditions to make sure that sites are in compliance with permits and environmental regulations and there are no conditions that require mitigation or restoration.
• Responsible for attending pre-construction meetings, constructability meetings, and status meetings as directed.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations for wetland access, protected species, wood and debris disposal, site control and soil disturbance.

Requirements

• GIS Experience.
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) book knowledge.
• CESSWI (Certified Erosion and Sediment/Stormwater Inspector).
• Previous construction crew oversight experience.
• Must have solid understanding of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Service (NPDES) Construction General Permit (CGP) Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) implementation and inspections associated with these permits and plans.
• Strong knowledge ANSI Z133 safety standards.
• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Basic computer skills.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Construction Management, Building Science, or a degree related to these fields.
• Desire to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• 1-5 years’ experience in Site Development work, permitting utility construction, Environmental Compliance, or a related field.
• Having a military background is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Substantial amount of background in the Electric Transmission Construction, Pipeline, and/or Utility field.
• Strong public relation skills/ability to interface with the public.
• Bi-Lingual speaking (English and Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits

• Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).
• After 3 months: 401K, life insurance, short and long-term disability, vacation accrual, Paid Maternity Leave.
• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with fuel card for work purposes.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Referral Bonus Program.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance