Senior Stormwater & Environmental Compliance Program Manager

Overview

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Environmental Health Sciences; Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As environmental professionals, engineers, architects, construction/program managers, and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Environmental consulting firm seeking a Senior Stormwater & Environmental Compliance Program Manager with 15 years of experience delivering complex stormwater, NPDES, and water quality compliance services. This role leads client programs, manages multidisciplinary project teams, and supports business development through exceptional technical execution and client relationships.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Client Program Leadership — Serve as primary client contact for stormwater compliance programs, ensuring high‑quality deliverables and proactive communication.
• Stormwater & NPDES Compliance — Manage MS4, Industrial General Permit, and watershed‑based compliance programs across diverse industries and public agencies.
• Technical Project Delivery — Lead monitoring programs, watershed studies, BMP evaluations, toxicity investigations, and regulatory reporting.
• Regulatory Strategy & Policy Support — Prepare technical comment letters, interpret regulatory changes, and advise clients on compliance strategies.
• Team & Project Management — Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and quality control for multiple concurrent projects.
• Business Development Support — Significant contributor to proposals, scopes of work, client presentations, and strategic growth initiatives.
• BMP Selection & Implementation — Provide technical guidance on BMP selection, installation, inspection, and performance optimization.
• Training & Client Capacity Building — Deliver training for client staff, tenants, and facility operators on stormwater compliance requirements.
• Mentoring—Mentor junior and mid-level staff in professional development and building job and client relation skills.
• Represent—Write, speak, present, and represent the company in technical symposiums, industry groups and publications.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• 15 years of experience in environmental consulting, stormwater compliance, or water quality program management.
• Strong knowledge of MS4 permits, NPDES regulations, Industrial General Permit, TMDLs, and watershed management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CPSWQ, QSD/QSP, QISP/ToR
• Experience supporting airports, ports, municipalities, industrial facilities, or regional water agencies.
• Active participation in professional organizations such as CASQA, IEA, or similar groups.

The pay range for this California position is $170,000- $200,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Salary : $170,000 - $200,000