Environmental Lead

Full Time
Port Arthur, TX 77640
Posted
Job description

Requisition ID: 267810

  • Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Port Arthur, TX

Bechtel Overview

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customer’s objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining and Metals; and Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel are our values-ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our covenants-integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. They are what we believe, what customers expect, and how we deliver.


Position Summary

Responsible for integration of environmental issues and requirements into project level documents under the direction of the ES&H Manager, including permit applications, design specifications and criteria, construction plans and schedules, bid specifications, and subcontract packages for the Project. Has technical responsibility for interpreting complex requirements, evaluating and applying appropriate scientific/environmental engineering principles, and formulating scopes of work, plans, and methodologies suitable for achieving and maintaining compliance with environmental requirements. Provides technical assistance to other ES&H and Sustainability personnel assigned to the Project.


Responsibilities

  • Receives supervision and work assignments from the ES&H Manager
  • Assists in developing and managing the implementation of the Bechtel scope of Project services related environmental management program, including the key execution documents - Environmental Management Plan, Environmental Monitoring Plan, Environmental Emergency Preparedness Plan, Competence/Training, and project specific mitigation procedures that are compliant with ISO 14001
    • These plans will also be in accordance with Energy GBU Environmental Management System (EMS), and project contract requirements
  • Participates in meetings with customer, project team members, and contractors/subcontractors to advise them of environmental requirements that may affect project design, schedule, and cost
  • Provides technical support and assistance directly to construction supervision and subcontractors in planning and executing field activities in accordance with the project environmental requirements
  • Conducts environmental compliance inspections of project construction activities to monitor compliance with environmental requirements including contractual commitments, permits, and key execution documents
  • Carries out audits of environmental compliance implementation by the delivery packages
  • Prepares scopes of work for environmental subcontractors and oversees their tasks and work products
  • Tracks environmental compliance with approved plans, laws/regulations, permits, and contract requirements
  • Prepares sustainability documentation as appropriate for the project and its location
  • Under the direction of the ES&H Manager, is responsible for drafting environmental awareness training programs and inspection reports


Qualifications & Skills

Basic Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university or college in an applicable technical discipline such as environmental science, ecology, biology, natural resources, or environmental engineering (or related discipline) and 5+ years of related experience


Additional Qualifications

  • Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and experiences of regulatory permitting processes
  • Working knowledge of international financial institution environmental requirements and guidelines (e.g., IFC, World Bank) in developing EIAs and implementing mitigation measures for large industrial projects
  • General knowledge of construction methods and environmental mitigation practices as related to large-scale (industrial) projects
  • Experience with implementing industry Best Management Practices (BMP) standards on environmental compliance, emissions and effluent, hazardous materials, waste, Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) and restoration is desired
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a project team
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Skilled in working collaboratively with others in a complex integrated environment
  • Proficiency in use of Microsoft 365 (Office)
  • Skilled in oral and written communication
  • Ability to explain, explore, and discuss environmental issues with range of stakeholders


Additional Information

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift or split shift.

This position has a work scope that includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.)

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    Shaping tomorrow together

    Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we’ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live.
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    Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

    In accordance with Bechtel's duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace for our employees and to safeguard the health of our families, customers, and visitors, we have adopted mandatory COVID-19 safety protocols for each work location, which may include a vaccination or testing requirement. Please speak with your Bechtel recruiter to determine which protocols apply to the work location for the job you are seeking.

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