Construction Associate Environmental Specialist- Solar

Mortenson; United States; On-site; USD 73,800 - 92,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision coverage

401k with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Associate Environmental Specialist to support environmental management for Solar and Emerging Renewables projects across North America. The role involves reviewing environmental documentation, advising on environmental matters, and coordinating on-site programs with a 100% travel requirement across the specified U.S.

regions. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and may have internship experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Previous internship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer environmental program at each work site.
• Support project management in developing and executing site-specific environmental plans.
• Participate in project planning and environmental risk analysis.
• Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction meetings with subcontractors.
• Monitor and review trade partner work plans for environmental concerns.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implement policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and support environmental orientation and training programs.
• Assist with onsite best management practices for environmental management.
• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures.
• Conduct work site environmental inspections.
• Monitor and record environmental data.
• Document and report environmental violations and non-compliance conditions.
• Assist with incident analysis and response.
• Provide environmental-related information resources.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental issues, regulations, and standards (US EPA, ASTM, etc.).
• Research environmental issues for project team members.
• Interface with customer’s environmental personnel, consultants, and regulatory representatives.
• Accompany environmental, health and safety, insurance, and regulatory personnel on site tours.
• Ensure maintenance and inspection of environmental equipment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field

Job description

Construction Associate Environmental Specialist- Solar

CA, United States

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Job Description

Mortenson is currently seeking an Associate Environmental Specialist with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Associate Environmental Specialist will support Mortenson's environmental management efforts for Solar and Emerging Renewables projects throughout North America, providing review of environmental documentation, and advising on environmental matters in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.

Travel: This is a regional position that will be supporting projects in a specified region of the U.S. This is a 100% travel position. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer environmental program at each work site
• Support project management in developing and executing site-specific environmental plans
• Participate in project planning and environmental risk analysis
• Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction meetings with subcontractors
• Monitor and review trade partner work plans for environmental concerns
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implement policies and procedures
• Coordinate and support environmental orientation and training programs
• Assist with onsite best management practices for environmental management
• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures
• Conduct work site environmental inspections
• Monitor and record environmental data
• Document and report environmental violations and non-compliance conditions
• Assist with incident analysis and response
• Provide environmental-related information resources
• Maintain knowledge of environmental issues, regulations, and standards (US EPA, ASTM, etc.)
• Research environmental issues for project team members
• Interface with customer’s environmental personnel, consultants, and regulatory representatives
• Accompany environmental, health and safety, insurance, and regulatory personnel on site tours
• Ensure maintenance and inspection of environmental equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required in Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field
• Previous related internship experience a plus

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Adoption Assistance

**The base pay range for this role is $73,800 - $92,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Job Info

• Job Identification 23009
• Posting Date 07/09/2026, 06:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 700 Meadow Ln N, Minneapolis, MN, 55422, US 15840 Sierra Hwy, Canyon Country, CA, 91390, US