Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector - Stuart Area

Hurt & Proffitt•Roanoke, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for an Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector, responsible for ensuring construction sites comply with environmental regulations designed to prevent soil erosion and sediment runoff. The inspector will conduct field inspections at construction sites to verify compliance with erosion and sediment control permits, inspect various erosion control measures, review plans to ensure they meet Virginia regulations, document findings, update project documentation, perform post-construction inspections, and stay current on Virginia environmental laws and regulations. The position requires travel to job sites, often independently, using a company vehicle.

Requirements

High school diploma (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred).
Valid Virginia driver's license (or ability to meet licensing requirements) with at least 3 years of licensed driving experience.
Virginia DEQ Stormwater and Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) certification, or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of related experience in construction inspection, environmental compliance, or civil/site development.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Dependable, punctual, and responsive.
Enjoys working outdoors and driving between job sites.
Comfortable inspecting construction activities.
Has an eye for detail and can write clear reports.
Can work independently with minimal supervision.
Interested in environmental compliance and construction quality control.
Experience in construction, surveying, environmental science, civil engineering, or inspection work.
Willingness to obtain the required Virginia DEQ certifications within six months (even without direct erosion control experience).

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections at construction sites to verify compliance with erosion and sediment control permits.
Inspect erosion control measures such as: Silt fences, Sediment basins, Perimeter controls, Grading activities.
Review erosion and sediment control plans to ensure they meet Virginia regulations.
Document inspection findings and prepare detailed reports.
Update project and construction documentation.
Perform post-construction inspections.
Stay current on Virginia environmental laws and regulations.
Travel to job sites, often independently, using a company vehicle.