Nightshift Environmental Specialist

Bechtel Corporation•Port Arthur, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will integrate environmental requirements into large-scale project planning documents, permit applications, design criteria, construction plans, schedules, and subcontract documents. You will provide input on bid decisions, identify new approaches, conduct inspections, and participate in emergency response. Your work will help reduce adverse environmental impacts of Bechtel projects.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) related to environmental sciences, field biology, or natural resources and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience
Specialized knowledge in a field of science (e.g., meteorology, ecology, biology, forestry, wetlands, archeology), engineering (e.g., civil, environmental, mechanical) or related disciplines
Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations and resource agencies’ permitting processes and responsibilities
Knowledge of engineering, construction, and subcontract work processes
Skilled in oral and written communication and knowledge of computer applications
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to extended work weeks, weekends, nightshift or split shift.
This position has a work scope that includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces.
Some lifting may be required.
Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress).
Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e., harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.)

Responsibilities

Assists execution of the environmental component of an ESH Program inclusive of technical and administrative aspects.
Assists development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans, associated environmental plans and procedures, and training program.
Provides input to Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Subcontracts, Commissioning, and other groups to assure that environmental requirements are integrated within project planning and execution.
Interprets environmental requirements and provides guidance on risk assessment and program execution.
Researches issues and regulatory requirements and prepares documentation and reports.
Supports environmental permitting, studies, risk assessments, and reviews involving site conditions, natural resources, cultural resources, and communities.
Participates in emergency response and incident investigation and resolution.
Participates in meetings with customers, team members, subcontractors, permitting agencies, and other stakeholders.
Conducts inspections and environmental monitoring and sampling to help identify risks, confirm the effectiveness of mitigation measures, and assess compliance with contract, regulatory, project, and Bechtel requirements.
Provides guidance regarding environmental mitigation, permit conditions, sustainability concepts, and protection of environmentally sensitive areas, species, and communities.