Field Environmental Inspector — Permitting & Compliance

Stantec; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an entry-level Environmental Inspector to support regulatory permitting and project delivery. Based in New York, you will work with the Environmental Services team to conduct SWPPP and project inspections and help prepare permit applications and compliance summaries.

You will collaborate with regulatory specialists, document on-site activities, and assist with environmental and HSE considerations while supporting project teams from pre- to post-permitting stages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Agricultural Science or related field.
• NYSDEC DEC 4-hour Erosion and Sediment Control Training required prior to project start.
• Experience with inspections supporting land disturbing activities and SWPPP compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Daily Project Inspections and SWPPP Inspections.
• Communicate and collaborate with Environmental and Regulatory Specialists to ensure consistency.
• Assist in creating technical documents for regulatory submissions, permits and SWPPP summaries.
• Provide technical and regulatory support through pre- and post-permitting stages.
• Explain permit commitments to contractors and monitor compliance.
• Maintain on-site presence to document work and address compliance issues.
• Support Health, Safety and Environment policies and coordinate with HSE professionals.
• Participate in team and independent work.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Word

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Stantec is seeking an entry-level Environmental Inspector to support regulatory permitting and project delivery. Based in New York, you will work with the Environmental Services team to conduct SWPPP and project inspections and help prepare permit applications and compliance summaries.

You will collaborate with regulatory specialists, document on-site activities, and assist with environmental and HSE considerations while supporting project teams from pre- to post-permitting stages.