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Environmental Specialist (Utility Construction)

New River Electrical Corporation
Roanoke, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026

Position Summary

New River Electrical is looking for a qualified Environmental Specialist with knowledge in the electrical utility construction industry. The Environmental Specialist will focus on maintaining an injury free culture while performing observations, investigations and identifying improvement opportunities. In this role you will implement policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective environmental operations. This position reports to the Safety Supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
  • Assist with the completion of all client required training/orientation. 
  • Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
  • Conduct environmental/safety inspections, observations, and audits to assess employee adherence to environmental/safety regulations and identify opportunities for improvement.  
  • Complete accident and incident investigations to identify root cause(s) and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Coordinate proactive environmental field compliance with operations.
  • Review scopes of work and assist with permitting and compliance plans.
  • Travel to job sites to observe, coach, and mentor employees.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of environmental compliance and knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution construction, preferred. 
  • Degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences, or related field, preferred.
  • Intermediate knowledge of applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
  • Knowledge of environmental construction compliance topics and regulations.
  • Previous experience advising electrical utility construction teams and communication with clients.
  • Advanced environmental designation (CHMM, CEP, REHS), preferred.
  • Bilingual in both English and Spanish, preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to host meetings and conduct training.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple ongoing tasks while working independently. 
  • Ability to work with diverse skill levels and learning styles
  • Professionalism and adaptability in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Travel

Travel for this position is required mostly limited to the geographical area the role supports and overnight stays will be approximately 50% annually.  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to adhere to extended periods of time standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting (up to 30 lbs). 

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