Environmental Compliance Specialist

Environmental Compliance SpecialistPort Arthur, TX - 1 Yr Contract Position SummaryResponsible for assisting in the integration of specialized environmental requirements into the construction of company projects. Has responsibility for interpreting specialized requirements, evaluating, and applying specialized scientific principles, and formulating scopes of work, plans, and methodologies suitable for achieving the desired objectives. May be assigned as an assistant project environmental lead or environmental coordinatorinspector. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to extended work weeks, weekends, nightshift or split shift.ResponsibilitiesProvides specialized environmental input to Engineering, Construction, and Subcontracts, thus ensuring that environmental requirements are integrated into project planning, design criteria, construction plans and specifications, and subcontractsParticipates in meetings with customers, project team members, and contractorssubcontractors to advise them of specialized environmental requirements that may affect project design, construction schedule, and costResponsible for drafting Environmental Compliance Plans, Construction Environmental Control Plan (CECP), and project specific mitigation plans (e.g., Stormwater pollution prevention plan, Spill prevention, control and countermeasures plan, etc)Conducts environmental compliance inspections of project construction activities to monitor compliance with environmental requirements including contractual commitments, permits, the project's CECP, and mitigation plansFollows up on Environment non-conformances to ensure are corrected in a timely manner and that appropriate controls are always maintainedLead, participate in andor support any investigation on near misses and incidents as requiredMaintains relationships with internal Bechtel organizations (e.g., Engineering, Construction, and Subcontracts), customer, and contractorsubcontractor representatives to coordinate technicalscientific issues and implementation of ES functions into project proposals, designs, and construction plansMaintains contact, as appropriate, with government regulatory and resource agencies to obtain current information on new regulations, program initiatives, and technical requirements and standardsMaintains contact with other ES personnel (e.g., Project Environmental Lead) to keep them informed of changing requirements and to provide technical assistanceMaintains contact with professional colleagues and organizations in government, industry, and universities to keep abreast of advancements in the discipline field (e.g., wetlands mitigation, biologicalecological planning and mitigation, erosion and sediment control, air emissions monitoring, water quality, contaminated property remediation) RequiredFormal training and certification in Root Cause Analysis is required. Certification in Tap Root, Apollo, Blue Dragon, or Six Sigma is highly preferred.5 years practical experience as a Root Cause Analyst in a large construction, operating, or governmental organization is required.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain, explore and discuss safety issues with range of stakeholdersWorking knowledge of best professional ES&H practices in conducting accident investigations, compliance audits and project health surveys.Demonstrated ability to work independently and autonomously as a subject matter expert in the field of Root Cause Analysis.Proven ability to operate effectively and work collaboratively in a complex integrated organization.Knowledge of safety procedures, engineering and construction systems, principles, and methodologiesPrior training and experience in formal root cause analysis methodologiesPrior experience as a root cause analyst in a large construction or operating companyPrior experience working within a performance improvement or continuous improvement departmentMust be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift or split shift. EducationBS in a specialized scientific field (wetlands biology, meteorology, forestry, archeology OR environmental, civil engineering) OR 8 years related experience Additional requirementsMust be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift or split shift.This position has a work scope that includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enteregress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e., harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.)

Created: 2025-02-23