Lead Biological Environmental Inspector; Field Based Lead Biological Environmental Inspector

Lead Biological Environmental Inspector (Field Based) Job Description

ERM is hiring a Lead Biological Environmental Inspector to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase of our client’s transmission and distribution project in northern Nevada and southern Idaho
. This is a full‑time (60‑72 hours per week) limited‑term role for a duration of 18 months, with the possibility of extension
.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing and conducting environmental training for construction personnel.
• Conducting field inspections, conducting environmental inspection of construction activities, and field survey work as directed.
• Verifying that the limits of authorized construction work areas and locations of access roads are properly marked before clearing.
• Interacting with and serving as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory agency staff, landowners, contractors, clients and other project members and conducting required agency notifications.
• Reviewing and implementing project documents and providing direction, support and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.
• Providing technical leadership, support and direction to field staff. This includes the coordination of daily Environmental Inspector and Resource Monitor schedules and conducting morning construction meetings.
• Critically assessing environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential environmental impacts from construction.
• Evaluating potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.
• Overseeing the proper implementation of mitigation measures.
• Conducting environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.).
• Overseeing and verifying flagging and signage of waterbody and wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resources exclusion zones, refueling zones, or areas with special requirements within the construction work area.
• Inspecting and documenting compliance with a project's environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports that provide up‑to‑date and consistent written and photo documentation of activities observed in the field.
• Identifying, documenting, and overseeing corrective actions as needed to bring an activity back into compliance.
• Identifying erosion/sediment control and soil stabilization needs.
• Participating in various construction meetings.
• Preparing documentation to support requests for variances from environmental permits.
• Evaluating restoration activities and conducting compaction testing as required.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS or BA degree preferred, equivalent environmental inspection or monitoring experience, or a minimum of 6 years of relevant construction experience.
• 10+ years of environmental inspection, monitoring, or permitting experience specific to linear and/or other energy infrastructure projects with preference to western US project experience.
• Electric Transmission experience required.
• An understanding of construction (e.g., pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and digital cameras.
• Working knowledge of sub‑meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography), as well as Field Maps and Survey
  123 applications.
• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.
• The ability to travel extensively and to work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.
• Be physically fit and able to:
  • Walk/hike for up to 10 hours per day on possible uneven, steep, challenging terrain.
  • Be able to carry up to 10 pounds of equipment while walking/hiking.
  • Work in all weather conditions.
• Driver's License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to operate a vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large…