Environmental Manager I

Granite Construction

Vancouver, Washington

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Biology, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Document Management, Documentation, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Issues, Environmental Law, Environmental Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Geological Engineering, Green Construction, Hydrology, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Land Use, Leadership, Legal Standards, Maintain Compliance, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Mining Engineering, Operational Audit, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Risk, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Technical Writing, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Wildlife Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Vancouver, Washington

POSTED

4 days ago

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General Summary

This position manages environmental programs for an assigned region, overseeing permitting and compliance processes and providing leadership on environmental matters in alignment with company policies and procedures.

Essential Job Accountabilities

Obtain and manage all required environmental permits for operations to ensure full regulatory compliance and uninterrupted business activities
Ensure environmental regulatory compliance for assigned materials and construction operations by maintaining accountability for
environmental permits, permit conditions, and required regulatory reporting, and by coordinating timely and accurate submittals to applicable local, state, and federal agencies
Provide environmental leadership through targeted field engagement, conducting site visits, inspections, and compliance verification activities as necessary based on operational risk, regulatory requirements, or inspection findings
Serve as the primary liaison with local agencies and regulators to maintain compliance with land use, air, stormwater, waste permits for materials sites and construction projects and foster positive relationships
Coordinate with business unit leaders to develop and deliver environmental training programs that ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations
Develop and maintain an Environmental Management System (EMS) to align legal requirements, set objectives, assign responsibilities, and manage documentation for compliance
Direct the creation and upkeep of an environmental compliance database to track reporting, monitor permit conditions, and ensure all facilities meet legal standards
Develop, manage and maintain plans as required by environmental permits, regulations and other legal requirements
Identify and monitor significant environmental issues and advise management on actions that protect compliance and strengthen the company's reputation as an environmental leader
Support materials and construction operations through environmental review and advisory services, including participation in preconstruction planning, evaluation of environmental and permitting requirements for projects, and coordination of environmental permitting for new or modified operations
Collaborate with SHEQ, operations, and leadership to integrate environmental requirements into site practices, supporting assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives as applicable
Mentor and support environmental staff to promote professional development and maintain an engaged, high-performing workforce
Prepare business units for internal EMS audits and ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements
May perform additional duties as needed from time to time to support environmental compliance and company objectives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Wildlife Biology, Hydrology, or a related field is preferred

Work Experience

7+ years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated decision-making ability with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across teams and stakeholders
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to assigned locations and operations
Proven experience in scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, and cost control to ensure efficient project execution
Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with regulatory agencies and represent the company professionally in public forums
Skilled in public speaking, including managing contentious meetings, and capable of clearly communicating complex topics to field personnel and management
Strong technical writing skills for preparing inspection reports, memoranda, and other documentation requiring detailed descriptions and summaries
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of construction crafts and management to coordinate and complete environmen

About the Company

Granite Construction

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