Senior Environmental Compliance Manager

Atlas; Redmond; On-site; AUD 173,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

PPE and safety training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas seeks a Senior Environmental Compliance Manager in Redmond, WA to lead environmental compliance for major transportation and infrastructure projects. The role involves overseeing permits, coordination with Sound Transit and WSDOT, and ensuring rapid, field-ready solutions to regulatory challenges.

You will manage CEMPs, conduct site inspections, and mentor junior staff while aligning with project schedules and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction-phase environmental compliance, preferably on WSDOT and Sound Transit transportation projects.
• Experience supporting heavy-civil, rail, roadway, bridge, and transit construction in Washington State.
• Relevant certifications such as CPESC, PWS, or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT, and local agency transportation projects.
• Interpret and implement environmental permits, approvals, and commitments for complex capital projects.
• Coordinate as the primary environmental contact during construction with Sound Transit, WSDOT, contractors, inspectors, and regulators.
• Develop, implement, and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and permit compliance matrices.
• Conduct construction site inspections, environmental compliance monitoring, and training for field staff.
• Support design-build and progressive design-build by identifying environmental risks and recommending field-ready solutions.
• Prepare compliance documentation, inspection reports, corrective action plans, and agency correspondence.
• Lead coordination with regulatory agencies (e.g., USACE, Ecology, WDFW, USFWS, NMFS).
• Mentor junior environmental staff and support field team development.
• Contribute to QA/QC and continuous improvement of environmental compliance workflows.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory coordination

Technical reporting

Communication

Field inspections

Education

Bachelors in environmental science or related field

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Manager to join our Redmond, WA team! Come join us! The Senior Construction Environmental Compliance Manager leads and delivers environmental compliance services during design and construction for complex transportation and infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on Sound Transit, WSDOT, and other Washington public-agency projects. This role is highly technical and field-focused, responsible for ensuring contractor and agency compliance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, and environmental commitments on heavy-civil, design-build, and progressive design-build projects. This position works closely with Sound Transit and WSDOT construction management teams, resident engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to proactively manage environmental risk, support construction schedules, and resolve compliance challenges in real time.

Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT, and local agency transportation projects.
• Interpret and implement environmental permits, approvals, and commitments for complex capital projects, including:
• Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401
• ESA consultation and compliance
• Critical Areas Ordinances and local permits
• Fish-passage and mitigation requirements
• Stormwater permits, SWPPP development, and erosion/sediment control
• Serve as the primary environmental point of contact during construction, coordinating directly with Sound Transit and WSDOT staff, contractors, inspectors, and regulators.
• Develop, implement, and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), permit compliance matrices, and environmental commitment tracking systems consistent with Sound Transit and WSDOT requirements.
• Conduct construction site inspections, environmental compliance monitoring, and environmental training for contractor and field staff.
• Support design-build and progressive design-build delivery by identifying environmental risks early, advising construction teams, and recommending practical, field-ready solutions.
• Prepare compliance documentation, inspection reports, corrective action plans, and agency correspondence.
• Lead coordination with regulatory agencies (e.g., USACE, Ecology, WDFW, USFWS, NMFS) during construction.
• Mentor junior environmental compliance staff and support field team development.
• Contribute to QA/QC processes and continuous improvement of environmental compliance workflows for Sound Transit and WSDOT projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction-phase environmental compliance, preferably on WSDOT and Sound Transit transportation projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting heavy-civil, rail, roadway, bridge, and transit construction in Washington State.
• Relevant certifications such as CPESC, PWS, or similar preferred.

Technical Requirements

• Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following:
• Construction environmental compliance
• Stormwater and erosion control
• Wetlands and waters permitting
• ESA compliance and biological monitoring
• Fish passage and mitigation implementation
• Contaminated media management
• Working knowledge of Sound Transit and WSDOT environmental requirements, specifications, and construction compliance expectations.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments and interface directly with contractors and agency staff.
• Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our "quality of life" core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

About The Job

• Career Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $120,000-$130,000 annual salary The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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