Associate Environmental Specialist

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an Associate Environmental Specialist with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  The Associate Environmental Specialist will support Mortenson's environmental management efforts for Solar and Emerging Renewable projects throughout North America, providing review of environmental documentation, and advising on environmental matters in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Implement and administer environmental program at each work site 

• Support project management in developing and executing site-specific environmental plans 

• Participate in project planning and environmental risk analysis 

• Review environmental submittals and attend preconstruction meetings with subcontractors 

• Monitor and review trade partner work plans for environmental concerns 

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implement policies and procedures 

• Coordinate and support environmental orientation and training programs 

• Assist with onsite best management practices for environmental management 

• Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures 

• Conduct work site environmental inspections 

• Monitor and record environmental data 

• Document and report environmental violations and non-compliance conditions 

• Assist with incident analysis and response 

• Provide environmental-related information resources 

• Maintain knowledge of environmental issues, regulations, and standards (US EPA, ASTM, etc.) 

• Research environmental issues for project team members 

• Interface with customer’s environmental personnel, consultants, and regulatory representatives 

• Accompany environmental, health and safety, insurance, and regulatory personnel on site tours 

• Ensure maintenance and inspection of environmental equipment 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field  

• Previous related internship experience a plus  

• Previous related internship experience a plus 

• Current driver’s license 

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

• Dental plan  

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources