Stormwater Inspector

Keish Environmental PC

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • QSD certification preferred (QSP required)
  • 2-5 years of experience in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Construction Management
  • Strong understanding of stormwater regulations and NPDES permits
  • Experience developing and monitoring complex SWPPP plans
  • Ability to read and understand technical engineering drawings
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure stormwater compliance across construction and municipal projects
  • Conduct field inspections and implement BMPs per NPDES permits and SWPPPs
  • Develop SWPPP plans for environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas
  • Guide project teams on regulatory compliance, identifying risks and corrective actions
  • Prepare inspection reports and communicate findings clearly with stakeholders
  • Collaborate with regulatory bodies to maintain compliance standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & LTD insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 9 paid holidays plus vacation and sick leave
  • Flexible work hours based on field needs.
Full Job Description
Are you a QSP-certified stormwater expert looking to make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure and environmental restoration projects? Keish Environmental is seeking an experienced Stormwater Specialist with Engineering background tomanage stormwater compliance for our clients in the San Francisco Bay Area.

If you hold a QSD certification (or are a QSP eager to advance), this is your opportunity to apply advanced stormwater management strategies, SWPPP development, and regulatory oversight to projects that protect communities and ecosystems.

Your Role: Bringing QSD Expertise to the Field

As a Stormwater Inspector, you will:
  • Apply QSD-level expertise to ensure stormwater compliance across construction, municipal projects.
  • Conduct field inspections and implement stormwater BMPs per NPDES permits, SWPPPs, and MS4 stormwater programs.
  • Develop and refine SWPPP plans for projects in environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas.
  • Guide project teams on regulatory compliance, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
  • Prepare expert-level inspection reports and communicate findings with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
  • Collaborate with regulatory bodies (Regional Water Quality Control Board, CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, Corps of Engineers, NOAA Fisheries) to maintain high compliance standards.


This is a full-time, field-based position requiring daily travel to project sites or offices. Remote or hybrid work is not available.

What You Bring: QSD-Certified Excellence
  • QSD certification strongly preferred (QSP required). Experience with MS4 stormwater programs a major plus!
  • 2-5 years of experience in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Construction Management.
  • Deep understanding of stormwater regulations, NPDES permits, and erosion control strategies.
  • Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor SWPPP plans for complex, environmentally sensitive projects.
  • Capability to read and understand technical drawings with an understanding of terminology, symbols and conventions used in engineering drawings.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and the ability to produce clear and concise compliance reports.


Why Join Keish Environmental?
  • Protect communities and ecosystems through sustainable stormwater solutions.
  • Advance your career in an expert-driven, QSD-focused environment that values technical excellence and leadership.

What We Offer:
  • Medical (Kaiser/Anthem), Dental, Vision, Life & LTD insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 9 paid holidays +vacation and sick leave
  • Flexible work hours (field-driven)


Ready to Put Your QSD Skills to Work?

Join Keish Environmental and bring your stormwater expertise to a team that values your knowledge, leadership, and impact. Apply today!

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