Environmental Manager

MYR Group•Plover, WI

10h•$100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Environmental Manager will lead and oversee the environmental management practices and compliance of our construction operations. The Environmental Manager will focus on electrical utilities and construction, working to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, managing environmental aspects of projects, and developing and implementing environmental programs. This will include tasks such as providing environmental training, evaluating proposed construction activities for environmental impacts in consultation with the utility, liaison with utility environmental staff and environmental consultants and promoting a culture of environmental responsibility. Company Overview Established in 1891, The L.E. Myers Co. (L.E. Myers) – the oldest MYR Group Inc. subsidiary – is recognized as a premier electrical contractor of large utility construction projects across the nation. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity to complete training, projects, and collaborative learning alongside our family of subsidiaries. We offer stability, with long-term clients and continuous expansion, which allows our tenured employees and new team members space to grow. At L.E. Myers, we provide structured and strategic occupational growth opportunities for our valued staff. Comprised of long- and short-tenured employees, we are interactive amongst our growing family of subsidiaries, which allows employees to participate in clean energy projects, as well as complete our long-time transmission and distribution projects

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience managing environmental compliance for construction projects
Minimum 3 years of experience with permitting and agency coordination
Hands-on experience with environmental permitting processes
Advanced knowledge and understanding of environmental science, engineering, and related fields
Working knowledge of SWPPP, BMPs and erosion control measures
Solid understanding of relevant federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills for reporting, training, and stakeholder engagement
Ability to identify, assess, and resolve environmental issues
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Ability to plan, organize, and manage environmental projects effectively
Ability to lead and motivate teams, foster collaboration, and drive environmental performance
Ability to perform work safely and effectively

Nice To Haves

Utility electric construction experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree in an environmental sciences, health or engineering field

Responsibilities

Compliance & Regulation: Ensure adherence to environmental laws, regulations, and standards at the local, state and federal levels
Function as a principal technical advisor and coordinator for environmental issues
Program Development & Implementation: Create and execute environmental management programs, policies, and procedures
Environmental Audits & Assessments: Conduct regular audits to identify and address potential environmental risks and areas for improvement
Interpret and apply environmental specifications and drawings, avoiding and minimizing adverse effects to the natural environment and local communities
Sustainability Initiatives: Develop and implement strategies to promote sustainable practices, resource conservation, and waste reduction
Training & Education: Provide environmental training to employees and stakeholders to foster a culture of environmental responsibility
Communication & Reporting: Effectively communicate environmental performance, risks, and initiatives to relevant stakeholders
Preparing projects requires reports and communication of environmental risks to project management
Team Management: Supervise and lead environmental teams or personnel, providing guidance and support
Liaison & Coordination: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and consultants
Attend field visits with the client and regulatory agencies
Liaise with the client, providing them with design information, schedule details, quantities etc. ensuring they are aware of any unanticipated discoveries, critical permitting, and compliance issues
May work at various field locations where conditions may vary
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

Benefits

Salary $100,000-$130,000 / year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.