Stormwater Specialist

Socket.dev; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Indianapolis, IN seeks a qualified professional to manage construction and municipal stormwater compliance projects, including planning, field activities, regulatory review, and reporting.

The role emphasizes independence, strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, with responsibility for maintaining GSGP and MS4 compliance and coordinating with clients, contractors, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present to groups of managers, customers, and the public.
• Knowledge of NPDES Clean Water Rules and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage MS4 permit compliance activities from initiation through completion.
• Prepare, review and maintain regulatory reports, inspection records, permit documentation, and project files.
• Conduct compliance inspections for active construction sites and facility sites.
• Assist with the review of SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans).
• Assist in developing water quality educational materials and programs.

Skills

MS4 compliance

Stormwater management

Project coordination

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for independently managing construction and municipal stormwater compliance projects, including project planning, field activities, regulatory review, reporting, and documentation. Applies knowledge of local ordinances and applicable state and federal regulations to support Construction Stormwater General Permit (GSGP) and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) compliance.

Coordinates with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal staff while managing project schedules, deliverables, and deadlines. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to take ownership of projects and work independently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and manage Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit compliance activities from initiation through completion.
• Prepare, review and maintain regulatory reports, inspection records, permit documentation, and project files.
• Conduct compliance inspections for active construction sites and/or facility sites.
• Assist with the review of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP).
• Assist in the research, development and presentation of water quality educational materials and programs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Environmental Affairs, Natural Resource Protection, Regional Planning, Landscape Design, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related technical studies.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public are necessary.
• A strong understanding of NPDES Clean Water Rules and Regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes outdoors, and some physical exertion may be necessary. Butler, Fairman, Seufert provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Butler, Fairman, Seufert complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer.