Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) / Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist

BKF

$100K — $145K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant environmental or engineering field
  • Current QSP certification required; QSD certification preferred
  • 8+ years in stormwater compliance and environmental inspection
  • Knowledge of California's Construction General Permit and SWPPPs
  • Experience with infrastructure projects in transportation, municipal, or utility sectors
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and field assignments independently
  • Strong technical writing and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the designated QSD & QSP for construction projects in compliance with California's regulations
  • Conduct inspections, assessments, and audits during construction phases
  • Implement and manage SWPPP requirements and erosion control measures
  • Review permit compliance of project sites and assess environmental risks
  • Coordinate with contractors and agencies to address compliance issues
  • Prepare detailed reports on inspections and corrective actions taken
  • Assist in preparing, reviewing, and amending SWPPPs and permit documents

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k plans
  • Generous paid time off and 9 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance
  • Education reimbursement for ongoing professional development
  • Paid annual dues for professional organizations
  • Access to award-winning benefits and perks
Full Job Description
BKF Engineers is seeking an experienced Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) to support construction-phase environmental compliance services throughout California. The ideal candidate will have approximately 8+ years of experience managing stormwater compliance programs, conducting construction inspections, implementing Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), coordinating with contractors and agency personnel, and serving as a trusted advisor to project teams. This position will play a key role in helping clients maintain compliance with California's Construction General Permit while supporting BKF's multidisciplinary transportation, municipal, utility, and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the designated QSD & QSP for construction projects in accordance with California Construction General Permit requirements
  • Conduct routine and rain event inspections, site assessments, and compliance audits
  • Implement and oversee SWPPP requirements, BMPs, erosion and sediment control measures, and corrective actions
  • Review project sites for permit compliance and identify potential environmental risks
  • Coordinate with contractors, construction managers, regulatory agencies, and client representatives to resolve stormwater compliance issues
  • Prepare inspection reports, corrective action reports, sampling records, rainfall documentation, and regulatory correspondence
  • Perform stormwater monitoring, sampling, data management, and QA/QC review of field documentation
  • Assist in the preparation, review, and amendment of SWPPPs and Permit Registration Documents (PRDs)
  • Provide technical support related to dewatering activities, spill prevention planning, hazardous materials management, and environmental compliance during construction
  • Support proposal development, scope preparation, cost estimating, and project pursuits
  • Mentor and train junior inspectors and environmental compliance staff
  • Collaborate with BKF project managers, engineers, and environmental specialists

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field
  • Current QSP certification required; QSD certification preferred
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in stormwater compliance, environmental inspection, or construction environmental services
  • Strong knowledge of California Construction General Permit (CGP), SWPPPs, BMP implementation, stormwater monitoring, and regulatory reporting
  • Experience supporting transportation, utility, municipal, water, or civil infrastructure projects
  • Ability to independently manage multiple projects and field assignments
  • Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic stormwater reporting systems
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout California


Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits
  • The typical base salary range for this position is $100,000.00-$145,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
  • Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
  • Generous paid time off packages.
  • 9 Paid Holidays.
  • Flexible schedules.
  • Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
  • BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.

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