Senior Environmental Specialist - Civil

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist to provide support for environmental management efforts. In this role, you will review environmental documentation and advise on environmental matters. Strong communication skills are essential as you will interact with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. Your ability to work well in a team and collaborate is vital to your success.

This position is based out of the Minneapolis, MN headquarters and requires travel to our sites.

• Develop site‑specific environmental plans and activities.
• Review environmental submittals and attend pre‑construction and preparatory meetings.
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Develop and lead environmental training programs.
• Lead best management practices for environmental management.
• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures and conduct site inspections.
• Collaborate with customers on regulatory reporting and documentation requirements.
• Maintain operational knowledge of environmental issues in construction and related standards, regulations, laws, and procedures.
• Communicate with various third parties, including the customer’s environmental personnel, environmental consultants, and regulatory representatives.
• Assist in the development of company‑wide Environmental Management support programs.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Geology or a related field.
• Significant experience with storm‑water pollution prevention plans (SWPPP).
• Experience with endangered species, erosion prevention and sediment control, aquatic resources, spill prevention controls and countermeasures (SPCC), and other environmental risks.
• Deep understanding of federal, state, provincial and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Strong organizational and self‑direction skills with the ability to collaborate in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to communicate with consultants and governmental agencies.
• Proficiency with PC, tablets and widely used software packages, e.g., spreadsheets (Excel) and word processing (MS Word).
• Proficient at reviewing designs.
• Minimum of eight years of related experience.
• Current driver’s license.
• Based out of company headquarters in Minneapolis, MN (remotely located candidates will be considered).

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer‑paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

The base pay range for this role is $98,800 – $133,300. Actual range is higher for the following office locations:
Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%.

Base pay is positioned within this range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for an employment visa status (e.g., H1B, TN, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.