ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

The Environmental Specialist at Advantage Technical will work in Bloomington, IL, supporting site facilities in compliance issues, managing permits, and overseeing construction activities. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections, collaborating with regulatory agencies, and developing environmental solutions. A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related experience is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft O365. Relocation assistance is provided for the position.
POSITION WILL WORK IN Bloomington, IL - RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED

The Environmental Specialist will support site facilities with identifying and assisting in the resolution of compliance issues, serving as a technical liaison with regulatory agencies, preparing and managing permits, and overseeing the technical aspects of construction activities from the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to the certification of the completed work.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or similar industry experience.

Must be proficient in Microsoft O365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Recognize environmental issues present at the site and collaborate with the site manager and team to develop solutions. Manage the implementation of environmental solutions under the guidance of the site manager.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the site, including stormwater lines, sanitary sewer lines, discharge points, underground storage tanks (USTs), zoning regulations, and other relevant details. Additionally, gain a thorough understanding of the site's permits, which include groundwater, surface water, solid waste, and air permits.
• Perform and coordinate the required compliance inspections and reporting as stipulated by these permits.
• Establish and maintain a good rapport with the regulatory agencies that oversee the site.
• Actively participate in the development of any necessary environmental corrective measures for your site, including those related to groundwater, surface water, solid waste, and air quality.
• Review the compliance tracker program at least once per month and create action plans to ensure deadlines are met for consideration by site management.
• Project management responsibilities will include administering the contract, as well as managing the budget and schedule for the activities involved.
• Create and maintain a five-year schedule for the facility; this schedule should outline expansion or closure activities, construction projects, and key compliance initiatives.
• Partner with management to ensure that environmental submittals are managed effectively, aiming for zero administrative violations (ensuring submissions are timely and complete).

Collaborate with the site manager to identify required projects for the upcoming fiscal year.