Field Environmental Monitor – Government Construction Projects

LAUKOA; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a field-based Environmental Monitor for the Laredo Sector, Texas. The role focuses on documenting environmental compliance, conducting pre-construction surveys, and collecting data with GPS and tablets on a large government project.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in biological sciences, has 2+ years of field monitoring experience, and can work daily in varying weather conditions while communicating clearly with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• BS in biological sciences or related field.
• Two years' environmental monitoring at construction sites experience preferred.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather and in the field every weekday for one year.
• Effective written/verbal communication; ability to document technical data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily environmental field notes with photographs documenting compliance with project best management practices.
• Collect project-related data, including surveys for listed species; document non-compliance and report to Government Point of Contact.
• Conduct pre-construction surveys for nesting birds, state and federally listed plants and wildlife as needed.
• Mark off areas for avoidance to protect sensitive resources.
• Communicate effectively with construction personnel, Government, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Effective written/verbal communication

Organization

Analytical skills

GPS familiarity

Tablets familiarity

Education

BS in biological sciences

Tools

GPS devices

Tablets

Job description

LAUKOA is seeking a field-based Environmental Monitor for the Laredo Sector, Texas. The role focuses on documenting environmental compliance, conducting pre-construction surveys, and collecting data with GPS and tablets on a large government project.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in biological sciences, has 2+ years of field monitoring experience, and can work daily in varying weather conditions while communicating clearly with multidisciplinary teams.