Description

SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG is seeking an Environmental Field Advisor – Utilities in the Roanoke, Virginia area

 Under limited supervision and oversight, the Environmental Field Advisor works in a team environment to provide environmental permitting and compliance support of electric transmission, telecom, distribution, regional workplace services projects within a geographic area. Responsibilities include providing training, guidance and other necessary support on applicable environmental requirements and permits, advising on applicable environmental requirements associated with projects, and coordinating with the appropriate business unit staff, contractors, and external parties to ensure compliance with environmental requirements.

Overview of Job Responsibilities

•  Coordinate and implement all environmental field activities and policies in the assigned region(s) to ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations and Company policies, standards, procedures and strategic environmental goals for construction projects. Communicate and document corrective actions and deviations appropriately.
• Provide training, instruction and assistance to others on the implementation of environmental permit requirements and assist in the development of environmental training materials.
• Promote and enforce (see something, say something, do something) safe work practices to safeguard employees, contractors, the general public, and company facilities.
• Provide support during environmental compliance reviews, internal audits, agency or regulatory site inspections, pre-bid or pre-construction meetings.
• Develop and maintain all environmental documents and records in accordance with environmental content management standards.

Requirements

• A degree in an environmental, science, or related discipline or HS Diploma 
•  Minimum of 6 years of environmental experience with an associate degree or f4 years of environmental experience with a bachelor’s degree or 8 years environmental experience with a HS Diploma 
• Previous experience working around construction projects.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of environmental studies.
• NPDES construction storm water permits
• State & local permits for erosion and sediment control
• Floodplain permits
• US Army Corp of Engineers Section 10, 404, 401 & 408 permits and related delineations
• Threatened and endangered species
• Cultural resources 
• Possess planning and organization ability, problem solving, excellent written and oral communication skills and initiative.

Physical Demands of the job may include

• 80-90% travel within region and overnight stays as required
• Moving about long distances
• Ascending/descending stairs and ladders
• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
• Working in extreme weather
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

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