Project Environmental Compliance Specialist

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) profit sharing plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company paid life and disability

Supplemental life and critical illness

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off including holidays, vaca

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C. is seeking an environmental professional to support compliance projects across western New York, combining fieldwork with office duties to ensure regulatory conformity.

The role focuses on stormwater sampling, SPDES/NPDES support, and the development of SWPPPs and SPCC plans, with mentoring responsibilities for junior staff and interaction with regulators and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science or related field.
• 4+ years in environmental consulting with demonstrated experience in environmental compliance and/or permitting.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant New York State regulations and federal programs.
• Experience implementing environmental compliance programs across multiple sites and coordinating with internal staff, vendors, clients, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated task/project management skills.
• Intermediate data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Experience with common technical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth of staff level professionals.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER preferred.
• Experience with EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX) platform (e.g., NetDMR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage, coordinate and/or conduct routine stormwater compliance activities including inspections, sampling and reporting under the EPA’s MSGP and/or other SPDES/NPDES program requirements, including the evaluation of field data to identify and determine future client needs and project requirements.
• Develop, implement and update SWPPPs.
• Prepare, maintain and audit SPCC Plans.
• Conduct routine site inspections to evaluate environmental compliance programs (stormwater, petroleum/chemical bulk storage, hazardous waste) and make recommendations to address program deficiencies, as necessary.
• Provide project management (scope development, scheduling and budget tracking) for compliance programs, including invoicing and general project administration.
• Prepare regulatory reports and other submittals including DMRs.
• Conduct regulatory research and permitting for miscellaneous client requests.
• Support air permitting evaluations, regulatory research, compliance documentation, and preparation of related permit applications or submittals.
• Conduct third-party reviews of permit applications to evaluate adequacy in conformance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Project management

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or related field

Tools

CDX/NetDMR

SWPPP/SPCC knowledge

NPDES/MSGP regulatory understanding

Job description

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Engineering

Date Opened: 11/12/2026

Organizational Unit: Buffalo DPC

Position Overview

This position is responsible for supporting environmental compliance projects across western New York, from initiation through completion. This role involves coordinating and participating in stormwater sampling and inspection activities; preparing and implementing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans; evaluation of chemical and petroleum bulk storage and hazardous waste management compliance; and supporting other project-specific permitting obligations. The role combines technical fieldwork with office responsibilities to ensure that operational practices, documentation, and reporting meet stringent regulatory requirements. This position also supports mentoring junior staff and strengthening the firm’s overall environmental compliance capabilities.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science or related field.
• 4+ years in environmental consulting with demonstrated experience in environmental compliance and/or permitting.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant New York State regulations and federal programs.
• Experience implementing environmental compliance programs across multiple sites and coordinating with internal staff, vendors, clients, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated task/project management skills.
• Intermediate data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Experience with common technical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth of staff level professionals.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER preferred.
• Experience with EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX) platform (e.g., NetDMR) preferred.

Essential Duties

• Manage, coordinate and/or conduct routine stormwater compliance activities including inspections, sampling and reporting under the EPA’s MSGP and/or other SPDES/NPDES program requirements, including the evaluation of field data to identify and determine future client needs and project requirements.
• Develop, implement and update SWPPPs.
• Prepare, maintain and audit SPCC Plans.
• Conduct routine site inspections to evaluate environmental compliance programs (stormwater, petroleum/chemical bulk storage, hazardous waste) and make recommendations to address program deficiencies, as necessary.
• Provide project management (scope development, scheduling and budget tracking) for compliance programs, including invoicing and general project administration.
• Prepare regulatory reports and other submittals including DMRs.
• Conduct regulatory research and permitting for miscellaneous client requests.
• Support air permitting evaluations, regulatory research, compliance documentation, and preparation of related permit applications or submittals.
• Conduct third-party reviews of permit applications to evaluate adequacy in conformance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

This position works in the field as well as the office environment. In the field, the candidate will be working independently or leading a larger team at exterior project sites to perform compliance audits, sample collection, and recording of operational/meter parameters. These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and physically move around outdoors in various terrains, in adverse weather conditions and occasionally for extended or irregular hours. Conducting work involves the use of hand-held monitoring instruments and tools, as well as water sampling equipment, which requires the ability to routinely lift and carry objects, stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel and twist. Office work is primarily stationary/sedentary using a computer and keyboard/mouse requiring repetitive hand movements.

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact [e-mail].

Base Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000. This salary range is based on what Roux in good faith believes it might pay at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity. In addition, this position is eligible for quarterly performance bonuses based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

Roux offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position including:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Supplemental life, long-term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Location: Rochester, New York DPC - Rochester, NY US (Primary)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.