Senior Environmental Specialist

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist to provide support for environmental management efforts. In this role, you will review environmental documentation and advise on environmental matters. Strong communication skills are essential as you will interact with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. Your ability to work well in a team and collaborate is vital to your success. This position is based out of the Minneapolis, MN headquarters and requires travel to our sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, or related field
• Significant experience with storm water pollution prevention plans (SWPPP)
• Experience with endangered species, erosion prevention and sediment control, aquatic resources, spill prevention controls and countermeasures (SPCC), and other environmental risks
• Deep understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Strong organization and self-direction skills with the ability to collaborate in a team atmosphere
• Ability to communicate with consultants and governmental agencies
• Ability to use PC, tablets and widely used software packages, e.g., spreadsheets (Excel), word processing (MS Word)
• Proficient with reviewing designs
• Minimum of eight years related experience
• Current driver’s license
• Based out of company headquarters in Minneapolis, MN (remotely located candidates will be considered).

Responsibilities

• Develop site specific environmental plans and activities
• Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations
• Develop and lead environmental training programs
• Lead best management practices for environmental management
• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures and conduct work site environmental inspections
• Collaborate with customers on regulatory reporting and documentation requirements
• Maintain operational knowledge of environmental issues in construction, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures
• Communicate with various third parties including the customer’s environmental personnel, environmental consultants, regulatory representatives
• Assist in the development company-wide Environmental Management support programs

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level