Stormwater Compliance Professional

Freeman Environmental Company; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

QSP training/certification support

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Freeman Environmental Company is seeking a Stormwater Compliance Professional to support active construction projects across the Central Coast and Bay Area. The role focuses on field inspections, SWPPP compliance, BMP monitoring, documentation, and coordination with contractors.

Both part-time and full-time candidates are welcome; travel to multiple project sites is required, and candidates should be comfortable working in varying weather and site conditions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of California Construction General Permit requirements.
• Ability to read SWPPPs, civil plans and site maps.
• Experience or willingness to obtain QSP certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly and rain-event stormwater inspections on active sites.
• Inspect BMPs, identify deficiencies and document findings.
• Communicate corrective actions to contractors and project teams.
• Maintain compliant project records and reports.
• Assist with NOI, NOT and other stormwater documentation.
• Represent Freeman Environmental professionally in the field.

Skills

QSP certification

Construction stormwater

Communication

Documentation

SWPPP reading

California CGP knowledge

Travel between sites

Job description

Freeman Environmental Company is seeking a Stormwater Compliance Professional for active construction projects throughout the Central Coast and greater Bay Area.

This is a field-based position focused on construction stormwater inspections, SWPPP compliance, BMP monitoring, documentation, and communication with contractors and project teams.

Part-time and full-time candidates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine weekly and pre/during/post rain-event stormwater inspections.
• Inspect BMPs and identify deficiencies.
• Document site conditions with photographs and inspection reports.
• Communicate deficiencies and required corrective actions to contractors and project personnel.
• Follow up on corrective actions and document completion.
• Review SWPPPs, site maps, plans, and BMP requirements.
• Maintain accurate project compliance records.
• Assist with NOI, NOT, and other stormwater compliance documentation.
• Represent Freeman Environmental in a professional manner.

Qualifications

Required:

• QSP preferred, but not required. Candidates without a QSP must have the desire to obtain QSP certification.
• Interest in construction stormwater and environmental compliance.
• Ability to learn and understand California Construction General Permit requirements.
• Ability to read or learn to read SWPPPs, civil plans, and site maps.
• Valid California driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and around active construction equipment.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between project sites.

Preferred:

• Construction, civil, environmental, or stormwater experience.
• Experience with stormwater inspections.
• Experience working with contractors and subcontractors.
• Experience with public works or municipal construction projects.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, observant, and comfortable working in the field. The ideal candidate can recognize potential stormwater issues, communicate effectively with contractors, and is willing to learn and grow within the environmental compliance industry.

This is primarily a field position involving travel to construction sites throughout the Central Coast and/or Bay Area. Work duties will include active construction sites, uneven terrain, wet-weather inspections, hot and dry conditions, and working around heavy equipment.

Compensation

Competitive hourly compensation, depending on experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Additional benefits for both part-time and full-time employees may include:

• Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle
• QSP training and certification support
• Opportunities for advancement

About Freeman Environmental Company

Freeman Environmental Company provides environmental compliance services throughout the Central Coast and Bay Area, including SWPPP compliance, stormwater inspections, erosion & sediment control installation, hydroseeding, and general BMP installation/maintenance.

We work with general contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, school districts, developers, and public agencies to help keep construction projects compliant and moving forward.