Environmental Inspectors; Field Based

Environmental Inspector (Field Based)

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. This full‑time, limited‑term position will support environmental compliance during the construction phase of client transmission and distribution projects in northern Nevada and southern Idaho. It begins in March 2026 and lasts 18 months, with a possibility of extension.

• Preparing and conducting environmental training for construction personnel.
• Conducting field inspections, environmental inspection of construction activities, and field survey work as directed.
• Verifying that the limits of authorized construction work areas and locations of access roads are properly marked before clearing.
• Interacting with and serving as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory agency staff, landowners, contractors, clients, and other project members, and conducting required agency notifications.
• Reviewing and implementing project documents and providing direction, support and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.
• Providing technical leadership, support and direction to field staff, including the coordination of daily Environmental Inspector and Resource Monitor schedules and conducting morning construction meetings.
• Critically assessing environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential environmental impacts from construction.
• Evaluating potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.
• Overseeing the proper implementation of mitigation measures.
• Conducting environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.).
• Overseeing and verifying flagging and signage of waterbody and wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resources exclusion zones, refueling zones, or areas with special requirements within the construction work area.
• Inspecting and documenting compliance with a project's environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports that provide up‑to‑date and consistent written and photo documentation of activities observed in the field.
• Identifying, documenting, and overseeing corrective actions as needed to bring an activity back into compliance.
• Identifying erosion/sediment control and soil stabilization needs.
• Participating in various construction meetings.
• Preparing documentation to support requests for variances from environmental permits.
• Evaluating restoration activities and conducting compaction testing as required.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned or required.

• BS or BA degree preferred, equivalent environmental inspection or monitoring experience, or a minimum of 6 years of relevant construction experience.
• 2+ years of environmental inspection, monitoring, or permitting experience specific to linear and/or other energy infrastructure projects with preference to western US project experience.
• Electric Transmission experience required.
• BLM lands experience required.
• An understanding of construction (e.g., pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and digital cameras.
• Working knowledge of sub‑meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography), as well as Field Maps and Survey
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• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.
• The ability to travel extensively and to work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.
• Be physically fit and able to:
  • Walk/hike for up to 10 hours per day on uneven, steep, challenging terrain.
  • Carry up to 10 pounds of equipment while walking/hiking.
  • Work in all weather conditions.
• Driver’s License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a vehicle due to frequent travel to client locations across remote areas.

Base Pay range: $74,825 – $93,600 (equivalent to $35.97/hr –…