Senior Environmental Compliance Manager

Atlas; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Manager to lead environmental compliance for complex transportation and infrastructure projects in the Redmond, WA area.

You will oversee compliance with permits, regulatory requirements, and environmental commitments across design-build and progressive design-build delivery, working closely with Sound Transit, WSDOT, contractors, inspectors, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources or related field.
• 10 years of construction phase environmental compliance experience, preferably on WSDOT/Sound Transit projects.
• CPESC, PWS or similar certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT and local agency transportation projects.
• Interpret and implement environmental permits, approvals and commitments for complex capital projects.
• Conduct site inspections and environmental monitoring, and provide training for field staff.
• Develop and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and permit tracking.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during construction and mentor junior staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources or related field

CPESC certification

PWS certification

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive With a team of 3500 employees and offices throughout the US we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work We always aim for smart safe and sustainable results At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Manager to join our Redmond WA team. The Senior Construction Environmental Compliance Manager leads and delivers environmental compliance services during design and construction for complex transportation and infrastructure projects with a strong emphasis on Sound Transit WSDOT and other Washington public agency projects. This role is highly technical and field focused responsible for ensuring contractor and agency compliance with environmental permits regulatory requirements and environmental commitments on heavy civil design build and progressive design build projects. This position works closely with Sound Transit and WSDOT construction management teams resident engineers contractors and regulatory agencies to proactively manage environmental risk support construction schedules and resolve compliance challenges in real time.

Job responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT and local agency transportation projects.
• Interpret and implement environmental permits approvals and commitments for complex capital projects.
• Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401.
• ESA consultation and compliance.
• Critical Areas Ordinances and local permits.
• Fish passage and mitigation requirements.
• Stormwater permits, SWPPP development and erosion sediment control.
• Serve as the primary environmental point of contact during construction, coordinating directly with Sound Transit and WSDOT staff, contractors, inspectors, and regulators.
• Develop and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), permit compliance matrices and environmental commitment tracking systems consistent with Sound Transit and WSDOT requirements.
• Conduct construction site inspections, environmental compliance monitoring and environmental training for contractor and field staff.
• Support design‑build and progressive design‑build delivery by identifying environmental risks early, advising construction teams and recommending practical field‑ready solutions.
• Prepare compliance documentation, inspection reports, corrective action plans and agency correspondence.
• Lead coordination with regulatory agencies such as USACE, Ecology, WDFW, USFWS and NMFS during construction.
• Mentor junior environmental compliance staff and support field team development.
• Contribute to QAQC processes and continuous improvement of environmental compliance workflows for Sound Transit and WSDOT projects.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelors degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources or related field.
• 10 years of experience in construction phase environmental compliance preferably on WSDOT and Sound Transit transportation projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting heavy civil rail, roadway bridge, and transit construction in Washington State.
• Relevant certifications such as CPESC, PWS or similar preferred.

Technical requirements

• Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following: construction environmental compliance, stormwater and erosion control, wetlands and waters permitting, ESA compliance and biological monitoring, fish passage and mitigation implementation, contaminated media management.
• Working knowledge of Sound Transit and WSDOT environmental requirements specifications and construction compliance expectations.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced construction environments and interface directly with contractors and agency staff.
• Strong communication, documentation and coordination skills.

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options including no‑cost employee‑only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind we offer Life AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality‑of‑life core value and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programmes, allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary employee‑led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
• Our people and our culture are central to our work: Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and shared purpose.
• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

Career Level: Director. Employment Type: Full time. Compensation: 120,000 – 130,000 annual salary. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state's law. Final agreed‑upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type or hair length commonly or historically associated with race, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family‑care leave, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime‑victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.