Environmental Engineer — Stormwater Compliance

Ohla USA; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

OHLA USA is seeking an Environmental Engineer to ensure regulatory compliance on active construction projects, focusing on SWPPP, NPDES permits, and stormwater management.

You will conduct site inspections, oversee BMP implementation, prepare regulatory reports, and coordinate corrective actions with project teams and subcontractors while supporting permitting and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Current California QSP (Qualified SWPPP Practitioner) certification required.
• 3+ years of experience in construction storm water compliance on heavy civil/public works.
• Knowledge of California Construction General Permit requirements and BMP implementation.
• Experience with SMARTS reporting and storm water documentation.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid California driver license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SWPPP and NPDES permits and ensure water quality compliance.
• Conduct site inspections to verify SWPPP and BMP compliance.
• Implement and maintain storm water control measures on active projects.
• Coordinate erosion/sediment/water pollution prevention with teams.
• Prepare permit applications, compliance documentation, inspection reports.
• Upload and report in the California SMARTS system.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to correct non-compliant conditions.
• Assist with Water Pollution Control Plans and SWPPPs.
• Support regulatory inspections and corrective actions.
• Monitor dewatering, washout, storage for permit compliance.
• Perform sampling and analysis as needed.
• Work independently and with teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Navigate complex permitting with multiple agency stakeholders.

Skills

QSP certification

Storm water compliance

Technical writing

Driver license

Communication skills

Job description

OHLA USA is seeking an Environmental Engineer to ensure regulatory compliance on active construction projects, focusing on SWPPP, NPDES permits, and stormwater management.

You will conduct site inspections, oversee BMP implementation, prepare regulatory reports, and coordinate corrective actions with project teams and subcontractors while supporting permitting and reporting requirements.