Field Environmental Lead – Transmission Construction Project

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; Stapleton (NE); On-site; USD 104,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $200 USD/day

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies in Nebraska is seeking a Project Environmental Manager to lead the environmental program for a North Central United States transmission line project.

You will guide field Environmental Specialists and work closely with project and construction leadership from planning through reclamation and closeout. You will turn environmental requirements into practical field direction, manage risks, mentor the environmental team, and coordinate with clients and regulators to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science or related field.
• 8–10 years of leading environmental practitioners in an industrial setting.
• Experience with SWPPP, erosion control, spill response, and reclamation.
• Ability to work with construction supervision and provide clear direction.
• Proficient with MS Office, SharePoint, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project environmental program and ensure construction activities meet regulatory approvals, permit conditions, client requirements, and company standards.
• Integrate environmental requirements into work plans and schedules, giving internal crews and subcontractors clear, practical direction.
• Identify environmental constraints, develop mitigation measures, and stop or redirect work when needed to address risks or non-compliance.
• Coordinate field coverage, set priorities, and mentor Environmental Specialists.
• Lead spill response coordination, investigations, reporting, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and review environmental plans and procedures; serve as primary project contact for environmental matters with clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate pre- and post-construction environmental activities, assessments, and reclamation planning.

Skills

Leadership in environmental programs

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Field team mentorship

Environmental incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies in Nebraska is seeking a Project Environmental Manager to lead the environmental program for a North Central United States transmission line project.

You will guide field Environmental Specialists and work closely with project and construction leadership from planning through reclamation and closeout. You will turn environmental requirements into practical field direction, manage risks, mentor the environmental team, and coordinate with clients and regulators to