SWPPP Inspector/ Environmental Monitor

LaBella Associates•Poughkeepsie, NY

6d•$50,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

LaBella is seeking an Environmental Monitor/Stormwater Erosion Control Inspector for field-based work on active utility and construction sites across New York State. The position is attached to the Environmental Division in the Rochester, NY office, with hybrid home, office, and job-site schedules available. The role focuses on environmental and SWPPP inspections, construction monitoring, compliance with erosion and sediment control and stormwater regulations, and helping ensure projects are constructed as designed. The inspector will conduct stormwater and agricultural monitoring for electric transmission line and renewable energy construction projects, including projects permitted under New York State Public Service Law Article VII, AVIII, or 94-c. The role involves daily field inspections, monitoring regulated and sensitive resources, documenting conditions and compliance, and coordinating with construction supervisors, contractors, project managers, engineers, and clients. Some travel within New York and surrounding states is required. The position suits someone with hands-on construction, inspection, or site-work experience who enjoys outdoor work and accurate, organized reporting. The salary range is $50,000–$70,000. The specific salary may depend on relevant experience, education, work location, and other factors.

Requirements

Minimum BA or BS in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology.
2 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, monitoring, or construction oversight.
Familiarity with NYSDEC stormwater regulations.
Familiarity with New York Department of Agriculture and Markets guidelines for energy projects.
Comfort working outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions on uneven terrain.
Ability to complete high-quality technical reports.
Some travel within New York and surrounding states is required.

Responsibilities

Perform SWPPP inspections at active construction sites and document compliance with erosion and sediment control measures.
Prepare detailed technical SWPPP reports and maintain related on-site documents.
Inspect construction sites regularly to verify stormwater and erosion control compliance with engineering construction documents.
Conduct agricultural monitoring in coordination with landowners and farm operators.
Perform environmental and agricultural monitoring for electric transmission line and renewable energy construction projects permitted under New York State Public Service Law Article VII, AVIII, or 94-c.
Ensure construction activities comply with Environmental Management and Construction Plans (EM&CP).
Conduct daily field inspections of active construction areas, including access roads, structure sites, laydown yards, and restoration areas.
Monitor and document compliance related to wetlands and waterbodies, erosion and sediment controls, protected and sensitive resources, agricultural lands, and farm operations.
Monitor work within or adjacent to regulated wetlands, streams, and other jurisdictional resources.
Serve as the primary on-site representative responsible for identifying non-compliance and directing corrective actions.
Coordinate with construction supervisors, contractors, and project managers to resolve environmental and agricultural compliance issues in real time.
Verify proper installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures in accordance with NYS standards and project-specific plans.
Maintain organized field notes and daily logs using company templates, ensuring records are consistent and complete.
Document field conditions and communicate with engineers, contractors, and clients throughout construction.