Construction Storm Water Field Lead

Construction Storm Water Field Lead

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Construction Storm Water Field Lead to join our construction stormwater team. This candidate will be responsible for construction support activities that include, but are not limited to, field training, construction stormwater permitting, compliance, inspections, reporting and technical support for developers and/or contractors with implementation of the site Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, Decommissioning Plans, and Spill Pollution Prevention Plans.

The position will include both office and field duties in support of renewable energy development markets. Frequent travel (2 or 3 nights at a time) within the United States should be expected, with potential for long‑term travel that could last for a few weeks. The role emphasizes risk reduction, constructability, and field‑based judgment, with responsibility spanning NPDES construction stormwater permitting, SWPPP implementation, BMP performance, soil management, reclamation, and final stabilization.

The Specialist will bridge the gap between design intent, permit requirements, active construction, and post‑construction land use, including agricultural reuse and site reclamation.

Full-time

• Provide consulting and advisory services to EPC contractors and developers related to construction stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on NPDES construction stormwater permit requirements, SWPPP interpretation, inspection programs, and documentation strategies.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for stormwater, ESC, and compliance challenges on active construction sites.
• Conduct targeted field assessments to evaluate BMP performance, constructability, soil conditions, and compliance with permit requirements.
• Review and interpret civil, grading, and ESC plans to identify constructability challenges, sequencing issues, and compliance risks.
• Proactively work with contractors and project teams to develop practical, field‑appropriate corrective actions that reduce environmental and regulatory exposure.
• Support pre‑construction site verification, including review of site conditions, civil layout, and logistical constraints.
• Participate in post‑construction final stabilization and reclamation site visits, assisting with documentation of stabilization, permit termination, and close‑out requirements.
• Provide guidance on soil handling, topsoil preservation, soil health, stabilization, and reclamation practices, particularly where sites transition to farming, restoration, or long‑term land management.
• Support SPCC planning and implementation, including spill prevention guidance and oil storage field verification, as needed.
• Prepare clear, concise technical memoranda, inspection summaries, and compliance documentation for client use.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and regulatory agencies to support permitting, compliance resolution, and project close‑out.
• Assist with mentoring or technically guiding junior staff or inspectors, as applicable.
• Frequent overnight travel to project job sites may be required (on average 50% or as assigned).
• Support other field staff and team members with field training and oversight.
• Other duties as assigned by the Construction Stormwater Managers or Leader.

• Minimum of 5 years of field experience supporting construction stormwater and erosion & sediment control on large‑scale construction projects.
• Active erosion and sediment control certification (state or equivalent), with demonstrated multi‑year field application or ability to obtain state and national certifications (such as CPESC) within one year.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply civil, grading, and ESC drawings.
• Working knowledge of NPDES construction stormwater permitting, SWPPP development and implementation, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience exercising sound professional judgment and providing practical, defensible recommendations to contractors, EPC teams, and developers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, project managers,…