Construction Environmental Engineer - Stormwater Compliance

Ohla USA; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Engaging work environment

Job summary

OHLA USA in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking an Environmental Engineer to ensure regulatory environmental compliance on active construction projects, focusing on SWPPP, NPDES permits, and stormwater management. You will inspect sites, coordinate BMPs, and prepare compliance documentation with project teams.

The role requires a California QSP certification, 3+ years of storm water experience, and strong writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold California QSP certification and 3+ years of storm water experience.
• Knowledge of California Construction General Permit and BMP implementation.
• Experience with SMARTS reporting and storm water documentation.
• Ability to read construction plans and specs.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SWPPP and NPDES permits ensuring water quality compliance.
• Conduct site inspections to verify SWPPP and BMP adherence.
• Maintain storm water control measures on active projects.
• Coordinate erosion, sediment, tracking control and water pollution prevention with teams.
• Prepare permit applications, regulatory reports, and BMP logs.
• Record uploads and reporting in California SMARTS.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to fix non-compliant conditions.
• Assist with Water Pollution Control Plans and SWPPPs.
• Support regulatory inspections and corrective actions.
• Monitor dewatering, washout, storage for permit compliance.
• Perform sampling and analysis as needed.
• Work independently and with teams in fast-paced environment.
• Navigate complex permitting with stakeholders.

Skills

QSP certification

Storm water compliance

Construction permits

SMARTS reporting

Plan reading

Communication skills

Driver license

Tools

SMARTS reporting software

Job description

OHLA USA in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking an Environmental Engineer to ensure regulatory environmental compliance on active construction projects, focusing on SWPPP, NPDES permits, and stormwater management. You will inspect sites, coordinate BMPs, and prepare compliance documentation with project teams.

The role requires a California QSP certification, 3+ years of storm water experience, and strong writing and communication skills.