Lead Environmental Construction Specialist

Sargent & Lundy

. Monitor construction activities along pipeline rights-of-way, access roads, staging areas, and other permitted workspaces .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $118,023 - $180,313 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in environmental permitting and compliance, with a strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Capable of conducting environmental inspections, monitoring compliance, and providing training on environmental procedures.

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Environmental Compliance ActivitiesEnvironmental PermittingFederal Environmental RegulationsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Environmental InspectionsErosion ControlSediment ControlWaste HandlingSpill PreventionRestoration TechniquesEnvironmental TrackingPermit MonitoringRisk Assessment MethodologiesCompliance Plans

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailAnalytical ThinkingCreative Problem SolvingPresentation SkillsIndependent Work

Industry Keywords

Clean Air ActClean Water ActRCRAEnvironmental RegulationsBest Management PracticesEnvironmental OrientationConstruction PlanningEnvironmental ProceduresField ExperienceLong-Term Assignments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor construction activities along pipeline rights-of-way, access roads, staging areas, and other permitted workspaces
Monitor compliance with environmental permits, mitigation measures, approved plans, and project-specific environmental procedures
Perform and document routine environmental inspections covering erosion and sediment controls, waterbody and wetland crossings, topsoil segregation, vegetation clearing, revegetation, waste handling, spill prevention, and restoration
Confirm work remains within approved rights-of-way, environmental buffers, access routes, and designated boundaries
Coordinate implementation, maintenance, and corrective actions for erosion and sediment controls and other best management practices
Identify, document, and escalate environmental nonconformances, spills, unauthorized discharges, permit deviations, and potential impacts
Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to address deficiencies and close environmental action items
Maintain daily reports, inspection records, photographs, permit files, agency correspondence, training records, and environmental tracking logs
Support environmental orientation and awareness training for site personnel and contractors
Participate in pre-job, construction planning, environmental review, and coordination meetings
Provide daily and weekly updates on environmental performance, issues, trends, and upcoming requirements
Monitor applications for environmental permits, including air, water, and waste permits
Stay informed of environmental regulations and industry best practices
Assist with and review compliance plans
Provide guidance and training on environmental regulations and compliance procedures
Provide technical support on environmental permitting and compliance matters
Support safe and efficient construction execution while protecting people, the public, property, and the environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have field experience with environmental compliance activities
15+ years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA
Knowledge of environmental impact assessment and risk assessment methodologies
Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail
Willingness to accept long-term field assignments and travel at least 50% of the time
Regular domestic and/or international travel required, at a minimum of 50% of the time
Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare plans
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Yearly discretionary bonus may be available for eligible positions
Per diem for those who qualify