Senior Scientist - Project Manager - Stormwater Compliance

TRC Companies, Inc. • Rancho Cordova, CA

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Senior Scientist to join its Engineering, Construction, and Remediation practice. The position is primarily responsible for project management and serving as a Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) on stormwater compliance and erosion control projects. The role is based in Rancho Cordova, California, with an ideal candidate located in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area to support existing programs.

The successful candidate will provide technical and team leadership, project management, regulatory guidance, intermittent field oversight, and client support related to stormwater permitting, inspections, erosion and sediment control, and compliance program implementation. The position works alongside project and program managers, mentors junior staff, manages client relationships, delivers technical work, and collaborates with a diverse regional team. Work may be office- or field-based depending on project needs, and local travel may reach approximately 30%.

TRC describes itself as a global consulting environmental and engineering firm. It rewards successful performance and invests in employee careers through training and development of new skills and certifications. The stated salary range is USD $90,000 to $140,000 per year. Employees may also be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, geology, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in stormwater compliance, environmental permitting, and related regulatory programs.
• Current QSD certification in California.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex environmental or stormwater compliance projects.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater regulations, erosion and sediment control practices, and permit compliance requirements, including NPDES permitting and regional and state stormwater regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Demonstrated experience preparing proposals and executing work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience interfacing with clients professionally and with a service-oriented approach.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel for fieldwork and project assignments, up to approximately 30% local travel.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions, walk on uneven terrain, and lift light equipment as field activities require.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical, and motor vehicle records check.
• Reside in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications such as QISP, QSP, CPESC, or related credentials.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, including current annual refresher.
• California PE or PG license.
• Experience with Linear Underground/Overhead Requirements (LUP).
• Experience with stormwater BMP performance modeling.
• Experience with non-stormwater site assessment and remediation projects.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior professionals.
• Business development and client account management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage stormwater compliance projects and programs from proposal and planning through execution and closeout.
• Serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert for stormwater permitting, SWPPP preparation, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare, review, and certify stormwater documents as a QSD, including SWPPPs and Linear Construction Activity Notifications (LCANs) for construction, industrial, and municipal sites.
• Prepare other National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)-related compliance documents.
• Conduct or oversee compliance monitoring for construction, industrial, and municipal stormwater permits, including site assessments, inspections, sampling, corrective action tracking, and reporting.
• Oversee implementation of SWPPPs and related BMPs.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients regarding stormwater regulations, permit obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Review technical reports, inspection findings, permit applications, and compliance documentation for quality and accuracy.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client engagement, and identification of new opportunities.
• Mentor junior staff and provide leadership in technical execution and professional development.
• Implement TRC’s safety, quality, and project management programs in accordance with industry best practices and company policies.
• Perform office- and field-based work depending on project needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) package with traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full-time or part-time status and seniority, ranging from 15 to 25 days per year.
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence.
• Potential eligibility to participate in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.
• Training and development of new skills and certifications.

What This Job Offers

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