Environmental Field Team Lead Manager

Environmental Field Team Lead Manager

Play an integral role in delivering one of the most complex pipeline construction programs in North America. Worley is seeking an experienced Environmental Field Manager to provide senior, on‑site environmental leadership supporting construction for an approximately 800‑mile, FERC‑regulated natural gas pipeline executed across four concurrent construction spreads over a multi‑year period. The role is responsible for ensuring consistent, defensible, and audit‑ready implementation of all applicable FERC Certificate conditions, federal and state permits, and project‑specific environmental plans throughout construction.

This position serves as the primary on‑site environmental interface between Worley, EPCm construction teams, the Owner, and regulatory agencies, helping to integrate environmental controls into daily field execution and reduce project risk. This is a full‑time project, specific position (4‑year Duration), based in Anchorage, Alaska with frequent travel to active construction spreads and remote field camps.

• Provide senior leadership and oversight of Worley’s field‑based environmental organization supporting construction activities across all pipeline spreads.
• Guide and coordinate environmental field personnel, including Spread Environmental Leads, Wildlife Clearance Monitors, and Watercourse/Wetland Specialists.
• Establish clear roles, decision authority, and escalation pathways across geographically dispersed teams.
• Ensure consistent interpretation and application of environmental requirements across all construction spreads.

• Oversee field execution of all relevant FERC Certificate conditions, Environmental Conditions, and construction‑phase Plans and Procedures.
• Ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local permits and approvals, including but not limited to:
  • Clean Water Act (Sections 404/401)
  • Endangered Species Act
  • Alaska Department of Fish & Game habitat authorizations
  • Stormwater, dewatering, and wastewater permits
  • Cultural resource protection requirements
• Serve as the senior field authority for permit interpretation, constructability constraints, and environmental risk management during construction.
• Lead execution of project‑specific environmental programs and plans, including:
  • Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP)
  • Spill Prevention and Response Plans
  • SWPPP and erosion/sediment control programs
  • Wildlife protection and species‑specific mitigation measures
  • Waterbody and wetland crossing requirements
• Partner closely with EPCm and construction leadership to integrate environmental controls into daily work planning, sequencing, and field activities.

• Oversee environmental field monitoring and inspection coverage across all construction spreads.
• Review and manage environmental non‑conformance reports, corrective actions, and trend analysis.

• Ensure construction contractors and field staff receive appropriate environmental training and site‑specific orientation.
• Mentor environmental field leads and specialists to support consistent performance and professional development.
• Promote a proactive, prevention‑focused environmental culture across construction teams.

• Provide regular status updates to Worley leadership and the Owner on environmental performance, emerging risks, and resource needs.
• Support preparation of regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and responses to agency inquiries as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Engineering, or a related discipline. Advanced degree is preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive environmental experience supporting large‑scale linear infrastructure or energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading environmental field teams on multi‑spread pipeline construction projects.
• Extensive working knowledge of FERC‑regulated pipeline construction and construction‑phase environmental expectations.
• Strong understanding of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered…