Environmental Project Engineer

Thalle Construction Company•Florida, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is hiring an Environmental Project Engineer for the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. The project includes construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures and supports Everglades restoration, ecosystem health, water storage, and climate resilience. The regional office location is South Bay, Florida. The Environmental Project Engineer supports environmental compliance and project execution, with a focus on construction stormwater permitting and compliance. The role involves applying permit requirements on active construction projects, supporting environmental inspections and corrective actions, conducting investigations and sampling, preparing technical and regulatory documentation, coordinating with project teams and stakeholders, and maintaining organized project records. The position also supports project scheduling, budgeting, and tracking, and performs other related duties as assigned by the Project Manager. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant environmental, biological, natural-resource, or civil-engineering field. At least three years of related experience is preferred. Construction or field experience is strongly preferred, and experience on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects is preferred but not required. The role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and to meet the stated attendance, communication, and job-performance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with NPDES construction stormwater permitting and compliance, including CGP requirements, SWPPP implementation, site inspections, erosion and sediment controls, corrective-action tracking, compliance documentation, and coordination with applicable regulatory agencies.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and permit documents.
Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced project environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and environmental data management tools.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions and meet productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of environmental, construction, regulatory compliance, or related project experience.
Construction or field experience.
Experience working on projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).

Responsibilities

Apply federal, state, and project-specific environmental permit requirements across active construction projects.
Support or manage Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and implementation of erosion, sediment, and pollution-control measures.
Perform or oversee construction-site environmental inspections; document deficiencies, track corrective actions, and maintain compliance records.
Support Notice of Intent and permit-coverage requirements, as well as project closeout and termination requirements.
Work with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain environmental compliance.
Coordinate, plan, and execute environmental supply orders, laboratory testing, and analysis.
Conduct field investigations, environmental site assessments, sampling events, and data collection.
Prepare or support environmental reports, permit applications, technical documentation, and regulatory compliance submittals.
Coordinate with project teams, contractors, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to support project execution.
Review and interpret environmental data, field observations, and laboratory results to support project recommendations.
Maintain organized project records, field notes, reports, permits, and correspondence.
Support project scheduling, budgeting, and project tracking activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Project Manager.