Environmental Inspector

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
 

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently seeking a mid-level Environmental Inspector II to provide technical support on a variety of projects at Stantec. This position will be part of Stantec’s Environmental Services team that provides the full range of expertise needed to address a variety of permitting and approval requirements for various land disturbing projects, including VDOT, power transmission and distribution, and residential/commercial development. Our staff members have established excellent working relationships with regulatory agencies throughout the mid-Atlantic, and our regulatory knowledge and scientific expertise allow us to help our clients develop the most effective approach to securing regulatory approvals and project delivery.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform ESC, SWPPP and VWP inspections for sensitive projects and high-profile clients.
• Manage VPDES/VWP projects and support staff to maintain project compliance.
• Communicate and collaborate with the client representatives, agency personnel, and other Environmental/Regulatory Specialists to ensure consistency in project execution.
• Provide technical and regulatory support for development projects in both the pre-project permitting stage and post-approval stage
• Prepare permit applications, including gathering supporting documentation and coordinating comment response with agencies.
• Carry out project work within agreed time-frames and on budget
• Assist in the creation of technical documents in support of regulatory submissions, including permit applications, SWPPP and compliance summaries
• Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation
• Participate in team and independent based work 

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience in agency enforcement procedures and violation resolution.
• Strong technical writing skills, effective communication, attention to detail and organizational skills
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations and permitting requirements as they pertain to wetlands, natural resources, and cultural resources.