Environmental Specialist - Northwest District Job at Kiewit, San Diego, CA

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  • Kiewit
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

**Requisition ID:** 175807 **Job Level:** Entry Level **Home District/Group:** Northwest District **Department:** Environmental **Market:** Transportation **Employment Type:** Full Time **Position Overview** You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or stepping stone. **District Overview** Kiewit's Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty! **Location** Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast - including Alaska and Hawaii - in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires. **Responsibilities** + Review project documents to identify and communicate environmental risks to the project team. + Review documents for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, and Section 404/401 of the Clean Water Act, and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act. + Identify permit requirements of a project on a federal, state, and local level, and work in an electronic database to track these permits. + Inspect and manage onsite stormwater management plans + Forecast, track and communicate environmental costs. + Review and develop environmental plans to address the following: + Wetlands + Noise + Water quality + Waste management + Wildlife surveys + Hazardous materials + Stormwater + SPCC/spill plans + Mitigation plans for adverse impacts + Develop and conduct environmental protection and awareness training. + Manage environmental subconsultant budget and schedules. + Balance hands-on/field (project site) work and office work to ensure compliance with environmental permits + Effectively support and execute incident management processes when necessary + Interpret and apply environmental specifications and drawings avoiding and minimizing adverse effects to the natural environment and local communities. **Qualifications** + 4-year Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field. + Basic knowledge of State(s) and Federal environmental regulations. + Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative. + Strong desire to learn, grow, and develop across **multiple** facets of environmental compliance + Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time. + Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity. + Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt. + Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. + Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives. + Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. \#LI-JR3 Kiewit employees are expected to be dependable team players - ensuring regular, reliable attendance, strong time management, ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines, and the ability to professionally communicate with others. Kiewit's commitment to safety requires employees' ability to understand and follow all safety-related policies and instructions. Due to the nature of the work performed, Kiewit employees will be required to perform work in various locations and work environments. Overtime and weekend work will be expected as necessary to meet project deadlines. Base Compensation: $72,000/yr - $84,000/yr _(Actual compensation will vary and be commensurate with experience and geographic location.)_ This posting will be active from: 05/06/2025 - 08/01/2025 We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with employer match, and generous paid time off. _Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status._ Company: Kiewit

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