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General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Obtain and manage all required environmental permits for operations to ensure full regulatory compliance and uninterrupted business activities
Ensure environmental regulatory compliance for assigned materials and construction operations by maintaining accountability for
environmental permits, permit conditions, and required regulatory reporting, and by coordinating timely and accurate submittals to applicable local, state, and federal agencies
Provide environmental leadership through targeted field engagement, conducting site visits, inspections, and compliance verification activities as necessary based on operational risk, regulatory requirements, or inspection findings
Serve as the primary liaison with local agencies and regulators to maintain compliance with land use, air, stormwater, waste permits for materials sites and construction projects and foster positive relationships
Coordinate with business unit leaders to develop and deliver environmental training programs that ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations
Develop and maintain an Environmental Management System (EMS) to align legal requirements, set objectives, assign responsibilities, and manage documentation for compliance
Direct the creation and upkeep of an environmental compliance database to track reporting, monitor permit conditions, and ensure all facilities meet legal standards
Develop, manage and maintain plans as required by environmental permits, regulations and other legal requirements
Identify and monitor significant environmental issues and advise management on actions that protect compliance and strengthen the company’s reputation as an environmental leader
Support materials and construction operations through environmental review and advisory services, including participation in preconstruction planning, evaluation of environmental and permitting requirements for projects, and coordination of environmental permitting for new or modified operations
Collaborate with SHEQ, operations, and leadership to integrate environmental requirements into site practices, supporting assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives as applicable
Mentor and support environmental staff to promote professional development and maintain an engaged, high-performing workforce
Prepare business units for internal EMS audits and ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements
May perform additional duties as needed from time to time to support environmental compliance and company objectives
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Wildlife Biology, Hydrology, or a related field is preferred
Work Experience
7+ years of related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated decision-making ability with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across teams and stakeholders
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to assigned locations and operations
Proven experience in scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, and cost control to ensure efficient project execution
Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with regulatory agencies and represent the company professionally in public forums
Skilled in public speaking, including managing contentious meetings, and capable of clearly communicating complex topics to field personnel and management
Strong technical writing skills for preparing inspection reports, memoranda, and other documentation requiring detailed descriptions and summaries
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of construction crafts and management to coordinate and complete environmental requirements
Competence in training and mentoring direct reports on tasks such as permitting, inspections, public speaking, internal training, and professional interaction with agencies and the public
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 talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct daily
Team player
Travel up to 25-50%
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$105,831.00 - $158,746.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
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