Entry Level Environmental Compliance Field Specialist

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: Arcadis seeks an Entry Level Environmental Compliance Field Specialist to join the team in Selma, CA to conduct routine inspections of ongoing construction projects. Must be able to work onsite in Selma, CA. Role description: Arcadis provides Project and Construction Management Services to oversee the Design-Build for Construction of the California High-Speed Rail System (System) in California's Central Valley. In the Environmental Specialist role, you must have an interest in general environmental compliance and be capable of spending long hours in the field. Role accountabilities: Manage waters communications with contractors and agencies, deliverables, and compliance under the Master Streambed Alteration Agreement (MSAA) (Section 1602), Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification, Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit Review design and construction plans for consistency with permits and review and assist with processing amendments as required Review preconstruction surveys, protocol surveys, monitoring, plans, species relocation, monthly/ annual compliance reporting, jurisdictional delineations, and construction notifications Assist with the preparation of CEQA/NEPA documentation Perform species-specific training Perform field audits and assist with managing field staff Assess and resolve compliance concerns Assist in performing construction schedule analyses Conduct daily field inspections of construction sites. Serve as a liaison between construction and agencies Site Inspection Report writing Assess and resolve compliance concerns Assist with the preparation of CEQA/NEPA documentation Conduct and analyze risk assessments Follow all client safety procedures while working at client sites. Required Qualifications: BA or BS in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or related discipline. Key Skills and Attributes: Familiarity with construction means and methods. Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting processes. Familiarity with construction compliance requirements and reporting under California Environmental Quality Act/ National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA), Federal Endangered Species Act Permitting (Biological Opinion), California Endangered Species Act Permitting (Incidental Take Permit 2081), Master Streambed Alteration Agreement (MSAA 1602), Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification, Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. Work independently of direct supervision on a consistent basis upon receiving training. Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $97,500.