Mortenson Construction

Environmental Specialist

Mortenson Construction$89K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field
  • Minimum of four years related experience
  • Experience with erosion prevention, stormwater management, spill prevention, wetlands, or endangered species
  • Strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations at various governmental levels
  • Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills
  • Proficient with PC, tablets, and software like Excel and MS Word
  • Current driver's license and ability to travel up to 100%

Responsibilities

  • Implement environmental program for project sites and ensure compliance
  • Develop site-specific environmental plans and activities
  • Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction meetings
  • Implement procedures to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Lead environmental orientation and training programs
  • Monitor environmental mitigation measures and conduct inspections
  • Collaborate with customers on regulatory documentation and reporting

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription plans including no-cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k with generous company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • No-cost mental health resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance
  • Gym membership discounts
Full Job Description
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 Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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