Environmental Compliance Leader: Stormwater & Permits

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Opportunities for advancement.

All job specific equipment and safety

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company and discounted

Group Health Plan.

Employee Referral Bonus Program: SendA

Locations throughout the United States

Career Development Program supported

The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for

Charitable matching gift program.

Job summary

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. in Virginia Beach seeks a full-time Environmental Compliance Manager to lead the Hampton Roads Environmental Compliance Department.

You will oversee department operations, develop staff, and grow project portfolio across residential, commercial, utility, and transportation developments. You will coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on wetlands and stormwater compliance, manage scheduling, budgeting, and proposals, and mentor team members while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in NPDES/VPDES compliance inspections and reporting
• In-depth knowledge of Virginia’s General VPDES Stormwater Management Program and Construction General Permit requirements
• In-depth knowledge of Virginia’s Water Protection (VWP) Permit and Virginia State Water Control Law
• Virginia’s Qualified Personnel (QP) Certification
• Strong project management and multitasking skills
• Proven business development and networking ability
• Effective leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with diverse public and private clients
• Willingness to travel regionally and occasionally out of state, including weekends or holidays

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage department operations, including:
• VPDES/NPDES stormwater compliance inspections and reporting
• SWPPP development and auditing
• Coordination with federal, state, and local agencies on wetlands, erosion, sediment control, and stormwater compliance
• Manage project scheduling, budgeting, and billing
• Prepare proposals, including scope, fees, and RFP responses
• Provide internal training, mentoring, and implement standard operating procedures
• Collaborate with other WSSI and Davey departments as needed

Skills

NPDES/VPDES compliance

Project management

Leadership

Business development

Communication

Team management

Multitasking

Scheduling

Budgeting

Networking

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or related field

Job description

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. in Virginia Beach seeks a full-time Environmental Compliance Manager to lead the Hampton Roads Environmental Compliance Department.

You will oversee department operations, develop staff, and grow project portfolio across residential, commercial, utility, and transportation developments. You will coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on wetlands and stormwater compliance, manage scheduling, budgeting, and proposals, and mentor team members while