POST CONSTRUCTION BMP INSPECTOR

Town of Summerville • Summerville, SC

45d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs post-construction best management practice (BMP) inspections of all residential and commercial stormwater management systems—such as retention ponds, bioretention cells, and permeable pavement— to verify maintenance and proper functioning; generates inspection reports; communicates results including any issues and proposed recommendations; and ensures compliance with NPDES and MS4 performance standards. Responds to citizen inquiries; participates in the Town’s escalating enforcement process for stormwater regulations; builds and maintains a database of BMPs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, landscape architect, construction management, or a related field; and two (2) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Must have (or obtain within six (6) months of hire) a certification as a South Carolina Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI).
• Understanding of hydrology; stormwater management practices; local/state environmental regulations (NPDES MS4); Knowledge of Post-Construction BMP practices, methods, operations, and materials regarding stormwater systems.
• Proficiency with GIS or inspection software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to read construction plans.
• Ability to effectively and assertively enforce specifications and regulations in a fair and impartial manner.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and follow-up inspections of permanent stormwater control measures (e.g., wet/dry ponds, swales, wetlands) to ensure compliance with approved plans.
• Verify that BMPs are functioning according to specifications and check for structural integrity, excessive sediment accumulation, or failing vegetation.
• Generate detailed inspection reports, documenting findings with photos and checklists for local, state, or federal review.
• Issue corrective action requests to property owners for required maintenance or repairs, such as removing debris or dredging sediment.
• Provide technical guidance to developers and property owners, issue notices of violation for non-compliance, and assist with enforcement actions.
• Inspect for improper illegal dumping or non-stormwater discharges into the system.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• SC Retirement System
• 401k deferred compensation
• 457b deferred compensation
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Holiday leave (12 holidays)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Additional Voluntary Insurances

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees