Environmental Compliance Coordinator

The Planet Group; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an Environmental Compliance Coordinator to support Electric Transmission construction projects across Central and Northwest Virginia. This field role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and provides oversight of active construction activities.

Applicants should hold a Virginia DEQ ESC and SWM certification, a Bachelor's degree in a related environmental discipline, and at least one year of field experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related environmental discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on environmental field experience supporting construction projects.
• Virginia DEQ certifications: Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector (ESC) and Stormwater Management Inspector (SWM).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to multiple project sites with mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental compliance inspections on active electric transmission construction projects.
• Monitor erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform oversight inspections to ensure compliance with plans, permits, and environmental commitments.
• Evaluate sites for environmental issues and provide corrective action recommendations.
• Interpret environmental regulations and translate requirements into operational guidance for field personnel.
• Prepare inspection reports, compliance documentation, and regulatory submittals for stakeholders.

Skills

Field inspections

Regulatory interpretation

Environmental guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

Client Job Title Environmental compliance Coordinator

Duration 12 months

Location: Charlottesville VA - Local ONLY! MUST be located in the Charlottesville region

50% travel to site - use own vehicle - mileage reimbursement

Schedule - 4 -10's or 8 -5's

Must have certification Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector and Stormwater Inspector Certification

Position Summary

We are seeking an Environmental Compliance Coordinator to support Electric Transmission construction projects throughout Central and Northwest Virginia. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations while providing environmental oversight for transmission construction activities. The ideal candidate will have experience performing environmental inspections, interpreting permit requirements, and working independently in a field-based environment.

This position plays a key role in protecting environmental resources by conducting site inspections, providing compliance guidance, supporting project teams, and ensuring construction activities meet all applicable environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental compliance inspections on active electric transmission construction projects.
• Monitor compliance with erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, environmental permits, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform oversight inspections to ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, permits, and environmental commitments.
• Evaluate project sites for environmental compliance issues and provide practical recommendations for corrective actions.
• Interpret environmental regulations, permits, and planning documents, translating regulatory requirements into operational guidance for field personnel.
• Prepare inspection reports, compliance documentation, and regulatory submittals for internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and customers.
• Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) initiatives while promoting safe work practices on construction sites.
• Provide environmental compliance training and guidance on:
• Erosion and sediment control
• Stormwater management
• Spill prevention
• Chemical and waste management
• Collaborate with project managers, construction personnel, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, Environmental Studies, or a related environmental discipline.
• Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on environmental field experience supporting construction or infrastructure projects.
• Current Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) certifications, including:
• Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector (ESC)
• Stormwater Management Inspector (SWM)
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to multiple project sites using a personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided).

Required Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of erosion and sediment control principles and stormwater management practices, including implementation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
• Ability to interpret environmental regulations, permits, engineering plans, and construction documents.
• Working knowledge of environmental permitting requirements and environmental compliance programs.
• Experience conducting field inspections and documenting compliance findings.
• Ability to identify compliance risks and recommend practical corrective actions.