SWPPP Inspector

This position can be based in Arizona or New Mexico.

Join the Canacre team in an exciting role working on leading edge infrastructure projects.

We are technical experts in land, energy, and transportation development delivering accurate, innovative, and agile solutions to our partners. We provide land acquisition, geospatial mapping, data management, web-based GIS, community relations, land feasibility studies, and permitting services. Canacre’s clients include developers, large scale service providers, and government entities that are involved in the planning and development of energy projects, rights of way, resources, and infrastructure across Canada and the United States. Canacre works on large-scale wind and solar power projects, high-voltage transmission lines, pipeline projects, municipal roads projects, and groupings of cellular towers and rooftop antennas.

At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The SWPPP Inspector will primarily be responsible for inspecting construction sites to ensure compliance with project-specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) under the Clean Water Act, as well as compliance with erosion control regulations and applicable environmental regulations and permits. The SWPPP Inspector will provide additional regulatory support and guidance for projects across the planning and execution phases. The role is primarily field based.

In addition, your role will be to:

• Act as a technical lead to project team
• Cultivate a work environment committed to the health, safety and wellness of employees.
• Establish a highly efficient and positive culture where employees are empowered and accountable for areas of responsibility.
• Conduct regular inspections of a variety of construction sites to identify potential environmental hazards and ensure compliance with SWPPP and other relevant regulations.
• Documenting all inspection findings and communicating them to the Compliance Management Team.
• Inspect areas of concern, as identified, and make appropriate recommendations to construction personnel, as required
• Developing and implementing corrective action plans and mitigation measures for any identified environmental issues or hazards.
• Coordinate with construction personnel to implement Best Management Practices to address issues impacting compliance.
• Providing technical guidance to the project team regarding SWPPP and other environmental regulations.
• Provide guidance and direction to the project team with respect to the Clean Water Act
• Prepare and submit environmental related permits, when required
• Interacting with regulatory agencies to maintain compliance and obtain necessary permits.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies, when required
• Prepare and submit digital reports based on inspection findings.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Environmental Science or related field of study
• Formal leadership training would be considered an asset
• Minimum 2 years professional experience in SWPPP inspection and compliance
• Experience leading field work, and coordinating with various field teams
• Professional experience working on projects regulated under NEPA or state-equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of environmental best management practices
• Experience related to transmission line construction would be an asset
• Training, qualification or designation related to development of SWPPPs or Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, such as CPESC and CESCL certifications are considered an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – data collection and interpretation, technical report writing, regulatory permit applications, client communications, etc. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, prioritizing and decision-making skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid Driver’s License, with ability to maintain insurability under the company’s insurance carrier

At Canacre, our benefits program is one of the ways in which we reinforce the value we place on employees and the role they play in helping us achieve our goals. Canacre offers comprehensive health and dental coverage, paid time off, and disability insurance. Other benefits include a 401(k) Savings Plan employer matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a variety of wellness programs.

Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, however, you will be contacted if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects.