Watershed Environmental Consultant

Wake County; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County in Raleigh, NC seeks an Environmental Consultant – Watershed to perform regulatory field inspections of construction projects across Wake County and partner jurisdictions. You will enforce erosion and sediment control regulations, review plans, and work with developers and residents to resolve site challenges.

You'll join the Watershed Management Division within the Planning and Development Services Department, bringing diverse backgrounds to protect the environment and deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Three years of experience in environmental planning, inspections or engineering.
• Valid Driver's License and safe driving record.
• Equivalent education and experience accepted.
• At least three years of experience in erosion and sedimentation control, stormwater management or plan review.
• Possesses two or more of the listed certifications (CESSWI, CISEC, CPESC, CGP etc.).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory field inspections of construction projects in Wake County and municipal partner jurisdictions.
• Ensure project activities follow approved construction plans and as-built surveys.
• Utilize industry tools to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Enforce state rules and local ordinances to maintain erosion and sediment control.
• Build relationships with developers and residents to resolve site challenges and advance departmental initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field

Tools

CESSWI

CISEC

CPESC

CGP Site Inspector Training

CPSWQ

CSI-Construction

QCIS

Job description

Wake County in Raleigh, NC seeks an Environmental Consultant – Watershed to perform regulatory field inspections of construction projects across Wake County and partner jurisdictions. You will enforce erosion and sediment control regulations, review plans, and work with developers and residents to resolve site challenges.

You'll join the Watershed Management Division within the Planning and Development Services Department, bringing diverse backgrounds to protect the environment and deliver