EHSQ Environmental Compliance Project Manager

Qcells EPC develops, invests, and delivers solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems projects in North America. The EHSQ Environmental Compliance Project Manager is responsible for leading environmental compliance planning and execution for these projects, ensuring adherence to environmental laws and regulations while providing oversight and mentorship to site-level Environmental Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate Project Owner-provided environmental due diligence documentation during the preconstruction phase to identify compliance obligations, constraints, risks, and mitigation requirements. Document findings in an environmental due diligence review report and provide interpretation and guidance to Engineering and Project Teams, including coordination of environmental correspondence with Owners and stakeholders
• Conduct or supervise third-party determination of EPC environmental regulatory requirements and ensure alignment with Owner permits, plans, and approvals. Verify that environmental requirements are accurately reflected in project design inputs, scopes of work, and upstream and downstream environmental contract exhibits
• Generate or oversee third-party generation of project-specific environmental plans and deliverables, including Waste Management Plans, Vegetation Management Plans, and other environmental specific plans for use during construction of the project
• Support the preparation, review, and implementation of environmental plans and permits, including SWPPP, SPCC, and other applicable federal, state, and local environmental permits
• Translate project environmental requirements into Site-Specific Environmental Plans and implementation checklists for use during construction. Support integration of environmental requirements into construction sequencing and planning, as well as data collection for performance tracking
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and technical support to site-level Environmental Managers, ensuring consistent environmental standards, reporting practices, and corrective action management across projects
• Provide ongoing environmental compliance support throughout construction, including periodic on-site audits, performance assessments, and corrective action follow-up
• Develop and manage environmental budgets, including cost estimating, forecasting, tracking, and coordination with Project Management and Project Controls teams
• Perform environmental risk evaluations to identify compliance, schedule, and cost risks, and develop mitigation strategies in coordination with Project Teams
• Represent EHSQ in meetings with internal teams, Clients, Subcontractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies. Prepare reports, presentations, and compliance documentation as required
• Accountable for project environmental Key Performance Indicators for assigned projects
• Serve as an internal environmental Subject Matter Expert (SME) and promote cross-functional coordination across Engineering, Construction, Civil, and Project Controls teams
• Evaluate hazardous environmental conditions and coordinate cleanup, corrective, and remedial actions with Project Teams as necessary
• Support Project Teams during regulatory inspections and audits, including response to findings, violations, or stop-work orders; collect documentation; and develop corrective action plans
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential function of this position

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental compliance, including identification, interpretation, and implementation of regulatory and permit requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Working knowledge of federal environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and related programs
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply environmental regulations across federal, state, and local jurisdictions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and document review
• General knowledge of interpreting Google Earth maps and utilizing KMZ shapefiles for environmental data analysis
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, Clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• General experience with air, waste, and water permitting and compliance; specialized expertise in one or more environmental disciplines preferred
• Experience with environmental due diligence, auditing, and risk assessment preferred
• Environmental compliance experience within the construction, energy, or renewable energy industries preferred
• Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or providing technical oversight to environmental staff preferred
• NREP certification (REM, REP, or equivalent) preferred
• Familiarity with PV Solar and BESS projects, including civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and controls systems, preferred
• Experience using Procore and/or Environmental Management Software preferred