Lead and deliver environmental compliance services during design and construction for complex transportation and infrastructure projects.
Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT, and local agency transportation projects.
Interpret and implement environmental permits, approvals, and commitments for complex capital projects.
Serve as the primary environmental point of contact during construction, coordinating directly with Sound Transit and WSDOT staff, contractors, inspectors, and regulators.
Develop, implement, and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), permit compliance matrices, and environmental commitment tracking systems.
Conduct construction site inspections, environmental compliance monitoring, and environmental training for contractor and field staff.
Support design-build delivery by identifying environmental risks early and advising construction teams.
Lead coordination with regulatory agencies during construction.
Mentor junior environmental compliance staff and support field team development.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field.
10+ years of experience in construction-phase environmental compliance, preferably on WSDOT and Sound Transit transportation projects.
Demonstrated experience supporting heavy-civil, rail, roadway, bridge, and transit construction in Washington State.
Relevant certifications such as CPESC, PWS, or similar preferred.
Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following: Construction environmental compliance, Stormwater and erosion control, Wetlands and waters permitting, ESA compliance and biological monitoring, Fish passage and mitigation implementation, Contaminated media management.
Working knowledge of Sound Transit and WSDOT environmental requirements, specifications, and construction compliance expectations.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments and interface directly with contractors and agency staff.
Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
Benefits
Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.
Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.