SWPPP Inspector/ Environmental Monitor

LaBella Associates•Elmira, NY

6d•$50,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This field-based position conducts environmental and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections, observes construction progress, and helps ensure compliance at active utility and construction sites across New York. The role is part of the Environmental Division and is based out of the Rochester, NY office. Hybrid work between home, office, and job sites is available. The Environmental Monitor/Stormwater Erosion Control Inspector supports utility, transmission, renewable energy, and other construction projects by monitoring stormwater and erosion controls, wetlands and waterbodies, protected resources, and agricultural lands and operations. The position documents field conditions and compliance, prepares technical reports and daily records, and coordinates with construction personnel, engineers, contractors, project managers, landowners, and farm operators to address issues and ensure work follows applicable regulations, engineering documents, and project plans. The position is suited to someone with hands-on construction, inspection, or site work experience who enjoys outdoor work and accurate, organized reporting. Work takes place outdoors year-round on uneven terrain, and some travel within New York and surrounding states is required. The stated salary range is $50,000–$70,000; the specific offer may depend on relevant experience, education, and work location.

Requirements

Minimum BA or BS in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology.
2 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, monitoring, and 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 and 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.