Sustainability Specialist - DHO Environmental

Kiewit (Canada); Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit (Canada) seeks a motivated sustainability professional for its Omaha Home Office to advance environmental stewardship across departments. You will analyze environmental data, support GHG inventory, and lead sustainability campaigns while reporting to the Sustainability Manager.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, mentoring interns, and partnering with teams to strengthen sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of relevant experience in sustainability, environmental management, engineering or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, environmental engineering, sustainability, or related discipline.
• Preferred: Familiarity with sustainability standards and GHG accounting principles.
• Preferred: Basic understanding of applicable state and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Team player with ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a commitment to high-quality work and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze environmental data and support development of the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory.
• Improve processes for collecting, tracking, and managing energy, water, and waste data.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), forms, and other sustainability resources.
• Manage and mentor interns and temporary employees supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Lead the Go Green Committee and Home Office sustainability campaigns.
• Assist jobsites with the integration and use of sustainability tracking tools.
• Partner with teams across the organization to strengthen sustainability processes and initiatives.

Skills

Sustainability

Data analysis

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated sustainability professional who is passionate about environmental stewardship and interested in growing their experience in corporate sustainability. This position offers the opportunity to work across departments, analyze environmental data, improve sustainability processes and systems, and support sustainability initiatives throughout the organization. The role will also lead sustainability campaigns and engagement efforts within the Home Office and will report to the Sustainability Manager.

Requisition ID: 182919

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: DHO Environmental

Department: Environmental

Market: Corporate Home Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Location

This is an in-office position located in Omaha, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Analyze environmental data and support development of the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory.


• Improve processes for collecting, tracking, and managing energy, water, and waste data.


• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), forms, and other sustainability resources.


• Manage and mentor interns and temporary employees supporting sustainability initiatives.


• Lead the Go Green Committee and Home Office sustainability campaigns.


• Assist jobsites with the integration and use of sustainability tracking tools.


• Partner with teams across the organization to strengthen sustainability processes and initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of relevant experience in sustainability, environmental management, engineering or a related field.


• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, environmental engineering, sustainability, or related discipline.


• Preferred: Familiarity with sustainability standards and GHG accounting principles.


• Preferred: Basic understanding of applicable state and federal environmental regulations.


• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.


• Team player with ability to work independently.


• Self-motivated and proactive, with a commitment to high-quality work and continuous improvement.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance


• Work productively and meet deadlines timely


• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.


• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.


• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.


• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.