Construction Storm Water Field Specialist

Westwood Professional Services; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. seeks a Construction Storm Water Field Specialist to support field training, permitting, compliance, inspections, reporting, and technical support for renewable energy projects.

The role blends office and field duties across program areas. You will advise EPC contractors and developers on NPDES/SWPPP requirements, conduct field assessments, review plans for constructability, and help craft corrective actions to mitigate regulatory exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental management or water resources.
• Field experience with SWPPP writing, erosion control planning, water resource engineering.
• Minimum one year of environmental permitting experience including NPDES permitting and SWPPP.
• Certifications related to EPA Construction Stormwater within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting and advisory services on stormwater permitting, erosion control, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on NPDES construction stormwater permit requirements and SWPPP interpretation.
• Serve as technical escalation point for stormwater, ESC, and compliance on active sites.
• Conduct targeted field assessments to evaluate BMP performance and permit compliance.
• Review civil, grading, and ESC plans for constructability and compliance risks.
• Develop practical corrective actions with contractors to reduce environmental exposure.
• Support pre-construction site verification and post-construction stabilization visits.
• Guide soil handling, topsoil preservation, and reclamation practices.
• Assist with SPCC planning and field verification as needed.
• Produce concise technical memoranda and compliance documentation for clients.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and regulatory agencies for permitting and close-out.
• Mentor junior staff and inspectors as applicable.
• Travel frequently to project sites (about 50% on average).

Skills

Field experience

Agency communication

Technical guidance

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelors in environmental management or water resources

Job description

Construction Storm Water Field Specialist – Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Full‑time

Responsible for construction support activities such as field training, construction stormwater permitting, compliance, inspections, reporting, and technical support for developers and contractors. The role includes both office and field duties in support of renewable energy development markets.

Key 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 pre‑construction 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).
• Other duties as assigned by the Construction Stormwater Managers or Leader.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in fields related to environmental management or water resources.
• Field experience with SWPPP writing, erosion control planning, water resource engineering, or related experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in environmental permitting, construction NPDES permitting, SWPPP implementation, erosion control planning, SPCC familiarity or related experience.
• Ability to communicate with government agencies and authorities.
• Ability to communicate with developers and contractors and provide technical guidance for NPDES and SWPPP compliance.
• Documentable training and certifications in EPA Construction Stormwater and other state related certifications as necessary or ability to obtain EPA and state certifications within 6 months of employment.
• Familiarity with civil construction.

Preferred Criteria

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

$60,000 - $80,000