Environmental Specialist

Vulcan Materials Company•McCook, IL

5d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

Requirements

Must have expertise in environmental regulatory compliance and the ability to review regulatory requirements, assessing their applicability and impact to the field.
Must have strong knowledge of the federal and state environmental regulatory process and experience with environmental regulatory areas (RCRA, CWA, CAA, TSCA, etc.)
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to interact well with all levels of personnel.
Must have the ability to use computerized equipment and technology.
Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment, and other software packages relevant to the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, or a similar technical area is preferred.
An advanced degree in some aspect of environmental studies is desirable.
Experience in the environmental area is preferred.
Hands-on experience in engaging personnel and coaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support local plant and sales personnel, as well as Division leaders.
Educate personnel on behaviors and tasks necessary for environmental compliance.
Create environmental solutions to support business needs, identify environmental risks, and develop strategies to minimize their impacts.
Manage the use of consultants to improve return and minimize costs.
Oversee Vulcan’s clean fill program by collaborating closely with the sales team and customers to evaluate and approve potential source sites for material acceptance.
Drive program integrity by performing source site assessments and compliance audits, and partner directly with operations to ensure all facilities adhere to environmental regulations and permit conditions.
Conduct frequent inspections and audits to assess regulatory and environmental management compliance, control significant environmental risks, and ensure the adequacy of environmental management systems.
Evaluate new lines of business and potential acquisitions for environmental issues and compliance.
Manage environmental due diligence activities.
Proactively establish relationships with agencies regarding new legislation, regulations, and compliance issues.
Participate in state and local trade associations and collaborate with our Government and Community Relations group on local community activities.
Other duties as assigned.