Environmental Inspectors (Field Based)

ERM; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 70,500 - 97,429; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

ERM is seeking Environmental Inspectors to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase of a transmission and distribution project in northern Nevada and southern Idaho. This full-time, limited-term role spans 18 months with potential extension beginning in March 2026.

The position covers field inspections, training, documentation, and coordination with agency staff and contractors, requiring strong communication, regulatory knowledge, and safety program adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent environmental inspection/monitoring experience.
• 6+ years of construction experience preferred or in environmental inspection roles.
• Experience with electric transmission projects and BLM lands.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and field data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct environmental training for construction personnel.
• Perform field inspections and environmental monitoring of construction activities.
• Ensure proper marking of work areas and access locations.
• Interact with agency officials, landowners, contractors, and project members.
• Provide direction and judgment on environmental compliance issues.

Skills

Electric transmission

Negotiation

GPS interpretation

Field inspection

Travel readiness

Education

BS or BA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Field Maps

Survey123

Digital cameras

Job description

Job Description

ERM is hiring Environmental Inspectors to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase of our client’s transmission and distribution project in northern Nevada and southern Idaho. This is a full‑time (60‑72 hours per week) limited‑term role for a duration of 18 months, with the possibility of extension beginning in March 2026.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and conducting environmental training for construction personnel.
• Conducting field inspections, including environmental inspection of construction activities, and field survey work as directed.
• Verifying that the limits of authorized construction work areas and locations of access roads are properly marked before clearing.
• Interacting with and serving as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory agency staff, landowners, contractors, clients and other project members, and conducting required agency notifications.
• Reviewing and implementing project documents and providing direction, support and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.
• Providing technical leadership, support and direction to field staff, including coordination of daily Environmental Inspector and Resource Monitor schedules and conducting morning construction meetings.
• Critically assessing environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential environmental impacts from construction.
• Evaluating potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.
• Overseeing the proper implementation of mitigation measures.
• Conducting environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.).
• Overseeing and verifying flagging and signage of waterbody and wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resources exclusion zones, refueling zones, or areas with special requirements within the construction work area.
• Inspecting and documenting compliance with a project’s environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports that provide up‑to‑date and consistent written and photo documentation of activities observed in the field.
• Identifying, documenting, and overseeing corrective actions as needed to bring an activity back into compliance.
• Identifying erosion/sediment control and soil stabilization needs.
• Participating in various construction meetings.
• Preparing documentation to support requests for variances from environmental permits.
• Evaluating restoration activities and conducting compaction testing as required.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned or required.

Requirements

• BS or BA degree preferred, equivalent environmental inspection or monitoring experience, or a minimum of 6 years of relevant construction experience.
• 2+ years of environmental inspection, monitoring, or permitting experience specific to linear and/or other energy infrastructure projects with preference to western US project experience.
• Electric Transmission experience required.
• BLM lands experience required.
• Understanding of construction (e.g., pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and digital cameras.
• Working knowledge of sub‑meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography), as well as Field Maps and Survey123 applications.
• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.
• Ability to travel extensively and to work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.
• Be physically fit and able to:
• Walk/hike for up to 10 hours per day on possible uneven, steep, challenging terrain.
• Carry up to 10 pounds of equipment while walking/hiking.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Driver's License Required: Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle for frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographic area in remote locations.

Pay Transparency

$70,500‑$97,429 / 33.89hr – $46.84/hr USD, limited‑term, non‑exempt. Pay within this range depends on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and organizational needs. This position may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed‑term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

• Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours per week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible employees.

EEO Statement

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.