Environmental Compliance Lead - Solar Construction

Environmental Compliance Lead – Solar Construction

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Environmental Compliance Lead to support a solar facility under construction near Columbus, Montana
. This position will serve as the project owner’s third-party environmental compliance representative and will focus on ensuring compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements throughout construction.

This is an on-call, on-site position supporting the active construction schedule. During active construction, the anticipated work schedule is approximately 8 hours per day, 6 days per week
, from approximately March 1 through December 15. The project anticipates a seasonal winter shutdown from approximately December 15 through March 1.

Depending on project needs and business requirements, there may be an opportunity for continued or full-time employment following the seasonal shutdown
.

A rental truck will be provided for project-related use.

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• Verify compliance with applicable regulatory permits, approvals, and environmental requirements.
• Serve as the project owner’s on‑site environmental compliance representative and primary environmental point of contact.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly on‑site monitoring and inspections to document compliance and track corrective actions.
• Audit contractor inspections and environmental compliance records.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, field documentation, and other project records.
• Provide regular communication and reporting to client staff.
• Assist with environmental incident response and follow‑up activities.
• Communicate effectively with construction contractors, client staff, and project teams.
• Complete accurate field data collection forms, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Utilize GPS units and other field equipment to collect and track site data.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety protocols in remote and active construction environments.
• Work independently in the field while maintaining regular communication with office‑based project and client staff.
• Conduct activities in accordance with internal procedures, applicable regulations, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work safely at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Soils, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in environmental compliance.
• Experience conducting and auditing NPDES stormwater inspections and SPCC audits.
• Proficiency using GPS units and field data collection tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with construction teams, clients, and agency staff.
• Ability to work independently in remote field environments.
• Willingness and…