Environmental Inspector; Field Based

Environmental Inspectors – Virginia

ERM is hiring Environmental Inspectors to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase of Electric Transmission Utility projects across Virginia. This full‑time, 40‑hour‑per‑week limited‑term position lasts 6 months, extendable.

• Prepare documentation to support requests for variances from environmental permits.
• Prepare and conduct environmental training for construction personnel.
• Conduct field inspections, monitoring, and survey work as directed.
• Interact with and serve as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory staff, landowners, contractors, clients, and other project members; conduct required agency notifications.
• Review and implement project documents, providing direction and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.
• Provide technical leadership and support to field staff, coordinating daily schedules and morning construction meetings.
• Assess environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential impacts from construction.
• Evaluate potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.
• Oversee the proper implementation of mitigation measures.
• Conduct environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.).
• Oversee and verify flagging of wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resource exclusion zones, refueling zones, etc.
• Inspect and document compliance with project environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports with updated photos.
• Participate in various construction meetings.
• Evaluate restoration activities.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned or required.

• Experience working in and throughout Virginia, including VA SWPP Guidelines.
• BS or BA degree or at least 5 years of equivalent environmental inspection experience.
• Understanding of construction (pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient technical skills, including Microsoft Office and digital cameras.
• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.
• Ability to travel extensively and work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.
• Physical fitness: can walk/hike up to 10 hours per day on uneven, steep terrain; carry up to 10 pounds of equipment; work in all weather conditions.

• Unexpired Dual Inspector certification issued by VDEQ or unexpired Inspector for Erosion and Sediment Control and unexpired Inspector for Stormwater Management certifications, both issued by VDEQ.
• ESC inspector certification.
• SWM Inspector certification.
• Experience working within the Power Industry (Electric, Datacenter, Natural Gas, Renewable, Heavy Industrial, etc.).
• 4+ years of environmental inspection, monitoring, or permitting experience specific to linear and/or other energy infrastructure projects.

ERM is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability.