Environmental Specialist

Job Description

Mortenson is currently seeking a Construction Environmental Specialist for our Solar group with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Environmental Specialist will support Mortenson's environmental management efforts for the Solar group projects throughout North America, providing review of environmental documentation, and advising on environmental matters in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.


Location: Texas

Travel: This is a regional position that will be supporting projects in a specified region of the U.S.


This is a 100% travel position. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement Mortenson's environmental program for simple to moderately complex project sites and promulgate environmental compliance of construction activities. Essential requirements:

• Develop site specific environmental plans and activities

• Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings

• Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations

• Develop and lead environmental orientation and training programs

• Lead onsite best management practices for environmental management

• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures and conduct work site environmental inspections

• Collaborate with customers on regulatory (Federal, State, Provincial and local) reporting and documentation requirements

• Maintain operational knowledge of environmental issues in construction, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures

• Interface with customer's environmental personnel, environmental consultants, regulatory representatives, etc.

• Assist in the development company-wide Environmental Management supportive programs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field

• Minimum of four years related experience

• Significant experience with two or more of the following areas: erosion prevention and sediment control, storm water pollution prevention plans, spill prevention controls and countermeasures, wetlands, endangered species

• Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and local laws, policies and procedures

• A well-organized and self-directed individual who is collaborative and a team player

• Ability to interact with consultants and governmental agencies

• Ability to use PC, tablets and widely used software packages, e.g., spreadsheets (Excel), word processing (MS Word)

• Current driver's license

• Able to travel up to 100%

A few benefits offered include:


(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage

• Dental plan

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

• Tuition reimbursement

• Adoption Assistance

• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $89,500 - $120,800. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).


Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.


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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON


As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.


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Equal Employment Opportunity


Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.


Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.