Environmental Specialist

Environmental Specialist

Company: Mortenson

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an Environmental Specialist HQ with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. The individual must remain flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Environmental Specialist will support Mortenson's Federal contracting work.

Responsibilities

• Implement Mortenson's environmental program for simple to moderately complex project sites and ensure environmental compliance of construction activities.
• Develop site-specific environmental plans and activities.
• Review environmental submittals, attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings.
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Develop and lead environmental orientation and training programs.
• Lead onsite best management practices for environmental management.
• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures and conduct work site environmental inspections.
• Collaborate with customers on regulatory reporting and documentation requirements.
• Maintain operational knowledge of environmental issues, construction standards, regulations, laws, and procedures.
• Interface with customer's environmental personnel, consultants, regulatory representatives, etc.
• Assist in the development of company-wide Environmental Management programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related experience.
• Experience with Federal contracting work.
• Experience with Industrial and Manufacturing work permitting.
• Experience with hazardous building materials survey and abatement.
• Experience with waste streams and associated compliance obligations.
• Experience with Environmental Due Diligence as it pertains to property acquisition.
• Experience with Minor and Major Source Air Permitting.
• Significant experience in erosion prevention, sediment control, stormwater pollution prevention plans, spill prevention controls, countermeasures, wetlands, and endangered species.
• Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Organized, self-directed, collaborative, and a team player.
• Ability to interact with consultants and governmental agencies.
• Proficiency in using PC tablets and common software packages.
• Current driver's license.
• Able to travel up to 50%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in geology, environmental management, environmental science, biology, or a related field.

Mortenson is an EOE Affirmative Action M/F Veteran Disabled employer. Sponsorship is not approved for this position.

About Mortenson

• **Revenue:** $4.9B in 2022.
• **Regional Offices:** 13 across the US.
• **Team Members:** 5,000.
• **Awards:** 34 best workplace awards in the last 5 years.

*Mortenson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All rights reserved.*