Senior Environmental Specialist

Talascend is currently seeking an Environmental Specialist for a contract opportunity with our client in Winnemucca, Nevada . Overview This role involves supporting the preparation and implementation of a project environmental management plan, supervising a team to ensure plan integration and execution, and providing technical guidance on mitigation measures to protect environmentally sensitive areas, species, and communities. Responsibilities Manage an environmental services program, including both technical and administrative aspects Supervise contractors and client personnel, providing guidance on their work activities Provide technical support within environmental, safety, and health teams, as well as to engineering, construction, commissioning, startup, operations, legal, contracts, procurement, and management functions regarding environmental program execution Use risk assessment, data analysis, and environmental management systems to track progress and promote continual improvement Prepare technical and regulatory reports, review environmental assessments and studies, and evaluate data and performance trends Participate in emergency preparedness planning and ensure investigation and resolution of environmental incidents Conduct inspections, monitoring, and sampling to assess compliance with laws, regulations, permits, and company requirements Develop and maintain the construction environmental control plan (CECP), adapting it through project stages and adopting client and regulatory requirements where necessary Support field leaders in implementing the CECP and promote environmental best practices to minimize risk Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant field 7-10 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of related work experience Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Experience with construction project site establishment activities such as earthworks, civil works, and piling Experience managing environmental management systems, including compliance tracking, technical report writing, and dashboard development Ability to conduct audits and inspections in accordance with project site requirements Preferred Qualifications Experience with environmental assessments and studies Knowledge of environmental permits and regulatory requirements Background Check and Drug Screen may be required. Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr