Environmental Compliance Manager (Remote - West)

SOLV Energy; El Centro (CA); Remote; USD 98,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy provider is seeking an Environmental Compliance Inspector based in California. The role involves overseeing compliance with environmental regulations and permits for solar projects, conducting inspections, and providing mentorship to field teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in civil or environmental engineering and relevant certifications. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, plus travel to project sites across the U.S.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Vacation and Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time during the week.
• Expertise in Vegetation Management, Wetlands Delineation, and Soil Science is preferred.
• Must hold a recognized Stormwater Pollution Prevention Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite compliance inspections every four to eight weeks.
• Communicate environmental compliance requirements to field teams.
• Mentor and train Certified Inspectors on compliance expectations.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Team Leadership

Technical Writing

Education

Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sunscreen software

Workday

Job description

Overview

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary: As a key member of the Environmental team, you will oversee the compliance of the sites assigned to the position. This includes complying with the environmental permits, civil engineering plans, and SOLV Energy National Environmental Compliance Program for utility-scale solar projects. This position requires frequent site visits to ensure adherence to the regulatory standards and best practices. In addition, strong writing and computer skills are desired. The ideal candidate will be based in the West region with access to an airport.

Key Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Performs onsite compliance inspection every four (4) to eight (8) weeks depending on the season and issues occurring at the project.
• Clearly communicate environmental compliance requirements to field team:
• Project specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) requirements
• State specific NPDES permit requirements
• SOLV Energy’s National Environmental Compliance Program
• Owner contract requirements
• Ensure ongoing project compliance by:
• Oversee timely inspections, corrective actions, and repairs
• Maintaining and updating SWPPP Binder
• Verifying proper installation, maintenance, and repairs of the Best Management Practices (BMPs) according to state regulations
• Identify and recommend proactive corrective actions for erosion, sediment, and permit compliance in areas such as:
• Perimeter BMPs requiring frequent maintenance
• Locations vulnerable to soil erosion or inspector concerns
• Environmentally sensitive areas adjacent to the project site
• Provide mentorship and hands-on-training to Certified Inspectors, ensuring the field teams understand compliance expectations.
• Utilize Sunscreen software to review inspection reports and ensure required corrective actions are uploaded.
• Write SWPPPs, revegetation plans, reports, and other necessary documents for the projects.
• Complete additional environmental tasks as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time during the week to Utility Scale Solar Projects throughout the U.S.
• Degree or equivalent experience in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Construction Management.
• Expertise in Vegetation Management, Wetlands Delineation, Soil Science, and Native Revegetation is preferred.
• Must hold a recognized Stormwater Pollution Prevention Certification or ability to obtain upon request, such as:
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC)
• Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI)
• Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC)
• Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater (QCIS), or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory processes, construction stormwater programs, and soil grading practices.
• Ability to interpret civil plans and specifications and effectively problem solve in the field.
• Comfortable working in diverse construction environments with teams from varied backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and ability to learn Workday and Sunscreen software. Experience working with a diverse workforce typically found on a construction site.
• Strong sense of urgency, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities.
• Ability to attend remote and in-person meetings for multiple projects as necessary.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high exposed places.
• Must be able to tolerate occasional exposure to dust, dirt, pollen, heavy equipment exhausts, and other airborne particulates on construction sites.
• Must be able to tolerate inclement weather and temperature variations.
• The noise intensity level is medium to high.
• Must possess sufficient mobility with or without assistive devices to access all natural features, structures, and improvements on solar sites subject to inspection for compliance with state specific stormwater permitting requirements and SWPPP Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.
• Visual acuity with or without corrective lenses to visually inspect construction sites for evidence of soil erosion and sedimentation in discharge water.
• Must have sufficient auditory acuity with or without audiological appliances to hear warning sounds signaling movement of vehicles and equipment on construction sites.
• Must be able to descend to and ascend from ground level to inspect soil and hydrogeological site features.

Equal Opportunity

SOLV Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $98,742 - $123,428

Pay Rate Type: Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J11421

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