Field Environmental Monitor & Compliance Specialist

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is seeking a Biological Monitor to support environmental compliance on a transmission line construction project in Texas. You will coordinate with on-site crews, prepare and implement mitigation plans, SWPPP/SPCC, and ensure adherence to federal, state, local permits.

The role requires field-based work, strong organization, and the ability to act as a technical resource for construction personnel on environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, natural resources, wildlife biology, or related discipline required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Strong organizational and document management skills.
• Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness with multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and understand permits and authorizations to effectively enforce them.
• Professional attitude.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a field-based position.
• Demonstrated written and verbal skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.

Responsibilities

• Participates in pre-, during-, and post-construction monitoring and development.
• Coordinates with construction management and agencies to ensure environmental compliance with permits throughout all project phases.
• Performs pre-construction surveys within the project right-of-way and surrounding areas.
• Provides environmental orientation to personnel and monitors the project area for species of concern.
• Conducts botanical monitoring and management; inspects BMPs and SWPPP/ SPCC implementation.
• Attends daily and weekly look-ahead meetings and prepares daily/weekly reports.
• Ensures permits and authorizations are understood and enforced on site.
• Communicates environmental policies and procedures and coordinates corrective actions for non-compliances.
• Builds and distributes environmental supplies to crews; maintains field POC relationships with third-party monitors.
• Reads project permits to ensure compliance and flag environmental sensitive areas.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Permits understanding

Written and verbal communication

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related field

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Google Earth

Job description

Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is seeking a Biological Monitor to support environmental compliance on a transmission line construction project in Texas. You will coordinate with on-site crews, prepare and implement mitigation plans, SWPPP/SPCC, and ensure adherence to federal, state, local permits.

The role requires field-based work, strong organization, and the ability to act as a technical resource for construction personnel on environmental regulations.