Stormwater Inspector (Environmental Compliance)

Parker Design Group of Richmond, Inc.; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Design Group of Richmond, Inc. seeks a Stormwater Inspector to conduct field inspections and ensure compliance with Virginia erosion and stormwater laws. You will evaluate construction sites, review plans, and provide technical guidance to local governments, contractors, and the public.

The role involves reporting, data management, and travel to inspection sites. Strong communication and plan-interpretation skills are essential, with handling of regulatory requirements and site

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of federal and state stormwater, erosion & sediment control, and water quality laws.
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans and apply regulatory requirements.
• Education or experience in engineering, environmental science, soils, hydrology, land development, or surveying.
• Experience working with local governments, design engineers, consultants, or construction professionals.
• Additional training in wetlands delineation or related environmental fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct stormwater and erosion & sediment control inspections for active land-disturbing activities.
• Review stormwater management plans, ESC plans, and construction records.
• Document inspection findings and prepare technical reports.
• Maintain records and use digital tools for data input, reporting, and communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Project management

Time management

Driver's license

Drug screening

Education

Engineering/Environmental science background

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database apps

Job description

Job Description

The Stormwater Inspector is responsible for conducting field inspections and ensuring compliance with the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Act (VESMA), the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program (VESMP), and the Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) Construction General Permit. The role ensures proper implementation of erosion and sediment control (ESC) practices, evaluates construction site compliance, supports enforcement actions, and provides technical guidance to local governments, contractors, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct stormwater (SWM) and erosion & sediment control (ESC) inspections for active land‐disturbing activities, verifying compliance with the VPDES Construction General Permit requirements.
• Review stormwater management plans, ESC plans, and construction record drawings.
• Document inspection findings and prepare technical reports.
• Maintain accurate records and use digital tools for data input, reporting, and communication.

Qualifications:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well individually with minimal supervision and be a supportive team member when needed
• Competence in project management and computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
• Ability to maintain own schedule and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Pass Pre-Employment & Random Drug Prescreening

Required Qualifications/Certifications

• Solid understanding of federal and state stormwater, erosion & sediment control, and water quality laws and regulations, construction practices, Best Management Practices (BMP’s)
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans and apply regulatory requirements.
• Education or experience in engineering, environmental science, soils, hydrology, land development, or surveying.
• Experience working with local governments, design engineers, consultants, or construction industry professionals.
• Additional training in wetlands delineation, shoreline structures, riparian areas, or related environmental fields.

Work Environment

• Fieldwork in varying weather conditions and walking long distances in sometimes challenging terrain.
• Office-based reporting and plan review, with possible hybrid/telework arrangements.
• Daily travel for inspections, training, and meetings.