Environmental Inspector

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Local projects

Overtime pay

Profit sharing

Benefits day one

401(k) match

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) seeks an Environmental Inspector to join our Bridgeport, WV team on diverse field-based environmental and infrastructure projects across the region.

You will support pipeline construction, water infrastructure, site development, and energy projects while ensuring environmental compliance and successful project delivery. Our Bridgeport office brings together engineers, scientists, surveyors, and technicians.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of environmental inspection experience.
• Ability to travel locally and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site environmental inspections for pipeline, water, well pad, and road projects.
• Monitor construction activities for permit and regulatory compliance.
• Inspect erosion and sediment control measures and document field observations.
• Prepare daily field reports and compliance records.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, and environmental teams to resolve field issues.
• Utilize GPS or data collection tools to document site conditions.
• Support overall project compliance and environmental protection efforts.

Skills

Environmental inspection

Field data collection

Written communication

Valid driver's license

Tools

GPS devices

Data sheets

Job description

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking an Environmental Inspector to join our growing team in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of field-based environmental and infrastructure projects throughout the region, supporting pipeline construction, water infrastructure, site development, and energy projects while helping ensure environmental compliance and successful project delivery.

Our Bridgeport office is one of the region's largest multidisciplinary engineering offices, bringing together more than 130 engineers, scientists, surveyors, and technical professionals. As part of our environmental team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals while gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects and industries throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, CEC offers a unique opportunity to build long-term wealth while developing your technical and field experience. We provide a steady, year-round workload with primarily local projects, allowing you to build your skillset and advance your career while making a meaningful impact on infrastructure and environmental projects throughout the region.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site environmental inspections for projects including pipeline construction, water transfer systems, well pads, and roadway construction
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with environmental permits, plans, and regulatory requirements
• Inspect and document the installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment control measures
• Prepare daily field reports, documentation, and compliance records
• Communicate with contractors, project managers, and environmental teams to address field issues and maintain project progress
• Utilize GPS or data collection tools to document site conditions and activities
• Support overall project compliance and environmental protection efforts

What We Offer

• 100% employee-owned company with long-term career growth opportunities
• Steady workload with primarily local projects
• Paid overtime for both hourly and salaried employees
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses
• Opportunities to gain additional certifications and expand your skillset
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing beginning the first of the month following your start date
• A team-oriented environment focused on safety, quality, and professional development
• 2+ years of environmental inspection experience, with a focus on erosion and sediment control or pipeline-related projects preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to travel locally and work flexible hours, including weekends or rotating shifts as needed
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle
• Ability to walk long distances and navigate uneven terrain
• Experience using GPS or data collection devices (or willingness to learn)
• Safeland or OSHA 10 certification preferred
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.