Senior Environmental Inspector- Construction Site Safety Officer

We are seeking an experienced and highly-resilient Construction Site Safety Officer HR Title: Senior Environmental Inspector to overseefor our large-scale linear utility construction and right-of-way (ROW) site restoration project all health safety and environmental compliance. Operating in a remote arid environment across vast expanses of land this role requires an expert capable of managing safety for dynamic moving work zonesspanning open trenching and pipeline/cable installation to final civil grading environmental stabilization and native landscaping teams.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary on-site champion for our Zero-Incident culture ensuring all personnel are trained equipped and physically monitored to withstand rigorous outdoor desert conditions while safely executing mobile heavy construction and manual labor operations.

Desert Utility & Restoration Context

This position is highly mobile requiring active field coverage across miles of active right-of-way corridors. Environmental challenges include ambient temperatures regularly exceeding 104F (40C) severe UV exposure localized dust storms/haboobs and potential encounters with regional venomous wildlife. Safety supervision must seamlessly adapt between high-risk mechanical utility installation and heavily manual outdoor site restoration and landscaping phases. This is a temporary hourly position. Note that this individual may also complete traditional senior environmental inspector duties when not performing safety tasks.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm providing full spectrum environmental services across the United States. Our North Star is to be the best place to work and a leader in sustainability delivering sound science and creative solutions to complex environmental challenges.

We are guided by our core values every day. We collaborate as #OneSWCA we are #AlwaysLearning we #NeverSettle and we #GiveBack to our communities. With offices nationwide SWCA offers a collaborative team focused environment where employees can build meaningful and long-term careers.

• Linear Dynamic Work Zone Safety:Monitor and audit safety protocols across a 100 mile long right-of-way (ROW) footprint.
• Restoration & Landscaping Crew Oversight:Conduct daily safety evaluations of biological monitors and native planting crews. Mitigate risks associated with highly repetitive manual labor hand tool usage and agricultural/landscaping machinery operated in open sun exposure.
• Thermal Stress & Heat Illness Prevention:Implement audit and enforce a rigorous proactive Heat Illness Prevention Plan tailored for extended geographic zones. Set up and verify mobile shaded rest stations manage shifting hydration supplies monitor Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) and coordinate localized buddy systems.
• Project Health and Safety Plan (HASP):Work with project staff to work within and if needed adapt the project HASP throughout the life of the project.
• Daily Tailgate Briefings:Lead localized Pre-Task Safety Briefings focusing on changing terrain heavy machinery interaction environmental acclimatization and rapid symptom checks for early-stage heat exhaustion/heat stroke.
• Incident Investigation: Assist with root-cause analyses for all near-misses vehicle incidents tool-handling injuries or heat-related illnesses. Draft detailed reports and implement immediate corrective actions across all active crews.
• Completion of daily inspection reports documenting activities observed and compliance with project permit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations forlinear construction activities.
• Project work will include Federal land management and transmission development.
• Supervise installation and maintenance of BMPs erosion control devices (ECDs) and environmental exclusion areas during construction.
• Use topographic maps GPS units aerial photographs and other maps and tools in the field.
• Take responsibility for team safety develop safety plans (when applicable) and anticipate potential safety hazards.

Knowledge normally obtained through a bachelors degree. Two years of relevant progressively responsible experience. Three years of related experience is preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience performance training and/or education.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience:Minimum of three (3) years of dedicated field safety experience with a strict requirement for a prior background in linear construction projects (e.g. pipelines electrical transmission fiber optics water mains) and/or heavy civil right-of-way site restoration and landscaping. Proven field experience in arid or desert conditions is mandatory.
• At least 10 years of experience in environmental consulting inspection of linear construction projects required.
• Certifications:OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required. CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or equivalent safety credential highly preferred.
• Medical Preparedness:Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required. Advanced Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or EMT-Basic certification is highly advantageous due to the remote linear site layout.
• Technical Knowledge:Deep understanding of OSHA excavation and trenching standards heavy machinery operations dust suppression requirements and guidelines for managing thermal stress.
• Physical Stamina:Demonstrated ability to travel and walk miles of unpaved rough desert terrain alongside moving construction and restoration crews in ambient temperatures exceeding 100F while wearing full standard PPE.
• Communication:Strong verbal and written communication skills to confidently command authority over multiple sub-contractors and diverse multicultural work crews. Bi-lingual capability (English/Spanish) is a major asset.
• Able to work in remote areas use ATVs or other four-wheel drive type vehicles.
• Must have valid drivers license and able to meet SWCAs driver requirements and pass a background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to inspectright-of-way and associatedfacilities.
• Familiar with soil erosion control and BMP installation and maintenance.
• Familiar with agricultural mitigation plans/drain tile repair.

When drug testing is required

Applicants must be willing to participate in drug and alcohol screening as part of the pre-employment process when required by project or client requirements.

When driving is required

Applicants must possess a valid drivers license and meet SWCAs driver requirements.

When traveling is required

This position may require domestic travel including travel by commercial airline. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain all valid travel documents and identification required for work-related travel throughout the duration of employment.

Safety Expectations

Staff level:Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.

Project level: Takes responsibility for team safety developing safety plans (when applicable) and anticipating potential safety hazards.

Work Environment

Work is regularly performed outdoors and involves hiking over uneven terrain lifting and carrying equipment up to 2550 pounds and working in varying/extreme weather conditions. Employees may be exposed to vegetation wildlife insects dust chemicals sharp or heavy tools and other environmental conditions while following required safety procedures.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and transparency. The expected pay range for this Las Vegas NV- based position is $28.00/hour to $42.00/ hour. Actual pay may vary based on experience qualifications geographic location and other factors permitted by law. Eligible employees may also receive performance based bonuses.

As a 100% employee owned company we invest in your future. Our Total Rewards package includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan 401(k) with profit sharing medical dental and vision coverage paid time off wellness programs and professional development opportunities.

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Use of Technology in Hiring

SWCA may use approved technology including AI-assisted tools to support parts of the application and recruiting process. All selection and hiring decisions are made by SWCA employees and candidates are not selected or rejected by automated systems. We are committed to a fair transparent and human-centered hiring experience.

Candidate Use of AI

Candidates may use AI tools to help prepare application materials and interviews. However all application materials assessments and interview responses must accurately reflect their own experience skills and qualifications. AI must not be used to fabricate experience complete assessments on their behalf or otherwise misrepresent their background or abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SWCA Environmental Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCAs continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within where possible providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.