Field Environmental Specialist: Compliance & Spill Response

C.W. Wright Construction Company, LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

Company-Paid Life/AD&D/Short-Term Dis

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Ancillary benefits

Job summary

CW Wright Construction Company, LLC, based near Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a full-time Environmental Specialist to join our Environmental, Health & Safety team. This position focuses on environmental stewardship across utility construction projects and ensures regulatory compliance on site.

The role serves as the primary environmental resource for field operations, coordinating with project teams, clients, and inspectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred.
• Experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations applicable to construction activities.
• CPESC or equivalent erosion and sediment control/stormwater inspection certification required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health certification, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence safe and compliant work practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites (truck provided).

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate findings from third-party environmental inspections and client audits.
• Conduct independent jobsite audits to verify compliance with regulations, company requirements and client expectations.
• Advise crew leaders and project managers on actual or potential compliance issues.
• Interface with clients and their environmental consultants/third-party inspectors.
• Assist project teams in resolving environmental compliance concerns.
• Investigate and respond to environmental complaints.
• Provide guidance on spill response and disposal procedures.
• Support environmental incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Create toolbox trainings and advisory updates for project teams.
• Assist Environmental Manager with sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Strong communication

Field-based work

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

CPESC certification

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CW Wright Construction Company, LLC, based near Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a full-time Environmental Specialist to join our Environmental, Health & Safety team. This position focuses on environmental stewardship across utility construction projects and ensures regulatory compliance on site.

The role serves as the primary environmental resource for field operations, coordinating with project teams, clients, and inspectors.