Environmental Engineer

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? We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset,
our people!

Environmental Engineer

Manager
-HSQE

Operations

Full-time

$85,000-$95,000

Santa Clarita, CA

The Environmental Engineer is responsible for ensuring environmental regulatory compliance on active construction projects, with a focus on SWPPP, NPDES permits, and stormwater management. This role conducts site inspections, oversees BMP implementation, prepares compliance documentation and regulatory reports, coordinates corrective actions with project teams and subcontractors, and supports permitting, sampling, and reporting requirements.

• Oversee Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and National Pollutant Prevention Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, ensuring compliance with water quality regulations.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with SWPPP requirements and project BMPs.
• Implement and maintain storm water pollution prevention measures on active construction projects.
• Coordinate with project management and field operations regarding erosion control, sediment control, tracking control, and water pollution prevention requirements.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare high quality permit applications, storm water compliance documentation, inspection reports, rain event action plans, and BMP maintenance logs.
• Perform required uploads and reporting in the California SMARTS system.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and field personnel to correct non-compliant conditions.
• Assist with preparation and implementation of Water Pollution Control Plans and SWPPPs.
• Support regulatory inspections and respond to corrective action items.
• Monitor dewatering, concrete washout, material storage, and other construction activities for permit compliance.
• Sampling and Analysis as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to navigate complex permitting processes and work effectively with stakeholders from various agencies and organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current California QSP (Qualified SWPPP Practitioner) certification required.
• 3+ years of experience in construction storm water compliance, preferably on heavy civil, pipeline, grading, or public works projects.
• Knowledge of California Construction General Permit requirements and BMP implementation.
• Experience with SMARTS reporting and storm water documentation.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid California driver license.

• Experience on public works or heavy civil construction projects.
• QSD certification (Optional)
• Experience with dewatering compliance and water discharge permits
• Advanced engineering degrees (Optional)

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
• Engaging work environment
• And much more!!

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Compensation:
The base salary rate being offered for this position is USD $85,000.00 per year to USD $95,000.00 per year. Please note that the salary range listed is specific to the role listed in California. Hourly rates may vary for different individuals in the same role based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, and performance.

OHLA ADA Message
:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals;
Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

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