Construction Storm Water Field Lead

Westwood Professional Services; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. seeks a Construction Storm Water Field Lead to support field and office activities, focusing on stormwater permitting, SWPPP implementation, and regulatory compliance. The role involves travel across the United States, with emphasis on risk reduction and site stabilization.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, advising EPC teams and developers, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring permit compliance and field performance of BMPs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field experience on large construction projects.
• Active erosion and sediment control certification; CPESC or equivalent within 1 year.
• Ability to read civil, grading, and ESC drawings.
• Knowledge of NPDES permitting, SWPPP development and compliance.
• Sound judgment with practical recommendations to contractors and teams.
• Strong communication with contractors, project managers, developers, and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting on stormwater permitting, erosion control, and compliance.
• Advise on NPDES permits, SWPPP interpretation, inspections, and docs.
• Act as technical escalation for stormwater challenges on sites.
• Perform field assessments of BMPs, soils, and permit compliance.
• Review plans to identify constructability and compliance risks.
• Develop field-friendly corrective actions with contractors.
• Support preconstruction site verification and condition reviews.
• Assist with post-construction stabilization and permit termination docs.
• Guide soil handling, topsoil preservation, and reclamation practices.
• Support SPCC planning and spill prevention field checks.
• Prepare memos, inspection summaries, and client documentation.
• Coordinate with PMs, engineers, and regulators on permitting and closeout.
• Mentor junior staff or inspectors as applicable.
• Overnight travel ~50% or as needed.
• Support field staff and provide training.

Skills

Field experience

CPESC

NPDES permitting

SWPPP interpretation

Regulatory compliance

Effective communication

Job description

Construction Storm Water Field Lead

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Construction Storm Water Field Lead to join our construction stormwater team. This candidate will be responsible for construction support activities that include, but are not limited to, field training, construction stormwater permitting, compliance, inspections, reporting and technical support for developers and/or contractors with implementation of the site Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, Decommissioning Plans, Spill Pollution Prevention Plans. The position will include both office and field duties in support of renewable energy development markets. Frequent travel (2 or 3 nights at a time) within the United States should be expected with some potential for long-term travel which could last for a few weeks. The role emphasizes risk reduction, constructability, and field-based judgment, with responsibility spanning NPDES construction stormwater permitting, SWPPP implementation, BMP performance, soil management, reclamation, and final stabilization. The Specialist will bridge the gap between design intent, permit requirements, active construction, and post-construction land use, including agricultural reuse and site reclamation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide consulting and advisory services to EPC contractors and developers related to construction stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on NPDES construction stormwater permit requirements, SWPPP interpretation, inspection programs, and documentation strategies.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for stormwater, ESC, and compliance challenges on active construction sites.
• Conduct targeted field assessments to evaluate BMP performance, constructability, soil conditions, and compliance with permit requirements.
• Review and interpret civil, grading, and ESC plans to identify constructability challenges, sequencing issues, and compliance risks.
• Proactively work with contractors and project teams to develop practical, field appropriate corrective actions that reduce environmental and regulatory exposure.
• Support preconstruction site verification, including review of site conditions, civil layout, and logistical constraints.
• Participate in post construction final stabilization and reclamation site visits, assisting with documentation of stabilization, permit termination, and close out requirements.
• Provide guidance on soil handling, topsoil preservation, soil health, stabilization, and reclamation practices, particularly where sites transition to farming, restoration, or long term land management.
• Support SPCC planning and implementation, including spill prevention guidance and oil storage field verification, as needed.
• Prepare clear, concise technical memoranda, inspection summaries, and compliance documentation for client use.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and regulatory agencies to support permitting, compliance resolution, and project close out.
• Assist with mentoring or technically guiding junior staff or inspectors, as applicable.
• Frequent overnight travel to project job sites may be required. (On average 50% or as assigned).
• Support other field staff and team members with field training and oversight.
• Other duties as assigned by the Construction Stormwater Managers or Leader.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of field experience supporting construction stormwater and erosion & sediment control on large-scale construction projects.
• Active erosion and sediment control certification (state or equivalent), with demonstrated multi-year field application or ability to obtain state and national certifications (such as CPESC) within one (1) year.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply civil, grading, and ESC drawings.
• Working knowledge of NPDES construction stormwater permitting, SWPPP development and implementation, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience exercising sound professional judgment and providing practical, defensible recommendations to contractors, EPC teams, and developers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, project managers, developers, and regulatory agencies.

Preferred

• Experience providing consulting services through an engineering or environmental firm.
• Familiarity with SPCC plan development and spill prevention compliance.
• Experience with soil management, reclamation planning, agricultural reuse, or restoration activities.
• Experience supporting utility‑scale, linear, renewable energy, or phased construction projects.
• Professional certifications such as CPESC, CESSWI, or other state‑specific credentials.

EEO Statement

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary

$80,000-$100,000