Field Environmental Coordinator - Construction Compliance

Zachry Group; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an Environmental Compliance Assistant to support the construction phase of major projects. The role involves field-based environmental activities under the Project Environmental Manager, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, and company standards.

You will gain practical, field-based experience while contributing to the safe and compliant execution of major construction activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; related degree preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with craft workers, subcontractors, and project management.
• Self-motivated with initiative and able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced field setting.
• Foundational understanding of environmental compliance topics (stormwater BMPs, spill prevention and response, surface waters and wetlands protection, waste management, and fuel storage).
• Basic computer proficiency including Word, Excel, Teams, KMZ files.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in identifying, addressing, and documenting environmental compliance issues.
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and periodic updating of Site Environmental Management Plans (SPCC, SWPPP, E&SC Plans, Waste Management Plans).
• Conduct daily field inspections and prepare clear, accurate reports or logs of environmental conditions and observations.
• Assist with environmental permit management, including understanding permit requirements and supporting compliance activities.
• Help coordinate corrective actions to resolve compliance deficiencies and track follow-up activities.
• Participate in spill response efforts, including documentation and mitigation under supervision.
• Assist with environmental orientation and training for project personnel to reinforce environmental responsibilities and site expectations.
• Support Project Management in monitoring subcontractor adherence to environmental commitments and contract requirements.
• Provide assistance in managing various waste streams that include coordinating storage, handling, and disposal activities consistent with regulatory standards and site procedures.
• Help oversee petroleum storage and handling practices, including fuel tanks, drums, containers, lubricants, and petroleum by-products.
• Support wildlife and endangered species protection measures as required by project plans or permits.
• Assist with reviewing material storage records and supporting safe use of flammable storage cabinets and similar equipment.
• Work primarily outdoors, approximately 60-75% of the time, in a dynamic construction environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of project or corporate environmental initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Fieldwork

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Environmental-related degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

KMZ files

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Zachry Group is seeking an Environmental Compliance Assistant to support the construction phase of major projects. The role involves field-based environmental activities under the Project Environmental Manager, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, and company standards.

You will gain practical, field-based experience while contributing to the safe and compliant execution of major construction activities.