Lead Regulatory Compliance Inspector

Stantec is currently seeking Mid and Senior Level Regulatory Compliance Inspectors to provide technical support on Transportation projects. This position will be part of Stantec’s Environmental Services team that provides the full range of expertise needed to address a variety of permitting, approval and compliance requirements for various land disturbing projects including Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) projects, and other Virginia transportation authorities and locality project needs, power generation, transmission and distribution and residential/commercial development. Our staff members have established excellent working relationships with regulatory, advisory and Transportation agencies throughout the mid-Atlantic, and our regulatory knowledge and scientific expertise allow us to help our clients develop the most effective approach to securing regulatory approvals, permit compliance and project delivery.  This role is focused on western and southwestern Virginia locales.  Stantec has offices in Bluefield and Roanoke Virginia.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform ESC, SWPPP and VWP inspections for sensitive transportation projects and high-profile clients.
• Provides technical expertise on environmental compliance for construction activities operations.
• Documents prescribed work is in compliance with permit conditions, plans, contract documents, and environmental laws and regulations.
• Manage VPDES/VWP projects and support staff to maintain transportation project compliance.
• Communicate and collaborate with client representatives, contractors, agency personnel, and other Environmental/Regulatory Specialists to help ensure project compliance.
• Interpreting and applying state and federal environmental laws, regulations, policies, and best management practices.
• Carry out project work within agreed time-frames and on budget.
• Assist in the creation of technical documents in support of regulatory submissions, including permit applications, SWPPP and compliance reporting and summaries.
• Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation.
• Participate in team and independent based work. 

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience in agency permit compliance, enforcement procedures, violations, and their resolution.
• Strong technical writing skills, effective communication, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations and permitting requirements as they pertain to wetlands, natural resources, and cultural resources.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to independently create and work within budgets, manage time, and schedule work.
• Demonstrated team player with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Excellent technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with VPDES/SWPPP, permitting, SWPPP, pollution prevention, technical reporting, land disturbing activities, wetland and streams issues, and environmental permit compliance with an emphasis on Infrastructure Projects.
• VDOT’s VSMP, ESCCC, Environmental, and MS4 Programs including C-107 process preferred.
• Certification as a VA DEQ ESC/SWM Inspector. 

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. 

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #StayInquisitive