Environmental Compliance Coordinator (Gen)

Planet Group; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate has experience performing environmental inspections, interpreting permit requirements, and working independently in a field-based environment, collaborating with project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of hands-on environmental field experience on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Current Virginia DEQ certifications: ESC (Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector) and SWM (Stormwater Management Inspector).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to multiple sites by personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental compliance inspections on active transmission construction sites.
• Monitor erosion control, stormwater management, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform oversight inspections to verify plans, permits, and commitments are followed.
• Evaluate sites for compliance issues and provide corrective recommendations.
• Interpret regulations, permits, and plans to guide field personnel.
• Prepare inspection reports, regulatory submittals, and documentation for stakeholders.
• Support EH&S initiatives and promote safe work practices on site.
• Provide environmental compliance training on erosion control, stormwater, spill prevention, waste management, and permit compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and regulators to ensure project success.

Skills

Erosion & Sediment Control

Stormwater Management

Regulatory Interpretation

Field Inspections

Documentation & Reporting

Permitting Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering / Natural Resources / Environmental Studies

Job description

Environmental Compliance Coordinator

Location: NW Virginia or Central VA

Pay: Environmental Compliance Coordinator

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
  • Environmental permit compliance
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting utility, electric transmission, linear construction, pipeline, roadway, or other large-scale infrastructure projects is highly preferred.

Knowledge of the following environmental regulations and programs is a plus:

• Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
• Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
• Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA)

Preferred certifications include:

• Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI)
• HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification
• Certified Hazardous Materials Handler