Environmental Specialist 1 - Kiewit Energy

Position Overview

As one of North America's largest, most respected construction and engineering organizations, Kiewit exists to make a difference. We improve and connect communities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico through complex projects in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building, industrial and mining. Our services are as diverse as the skills of our 22,000-strong workforce to whom we provide challenging, honest work in a caring and collaborative culture. A sense of adventure, pride and fulfillment is built into every career at Kiewit.

We are currently looking for an Environmental Specialist who will oversee environmental management practices of a construction project. This is an exciting position where you will ensure compliance with legal and contractual environmental requirements, both in the field and in-office, while contributing to Kiewit’s enduring dedication to corporate social responsibility.

District Overview

Kiewit Energy operates within our Oil, Gas, and Chemical market, offering an exciting opportunity to work on diverse, complex engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) projects ranging from oil, gas, refining, chemicals, petrochemicals, biofuels, and other process industries. We are seeking individuals who are open to regular and frequent relocation for career development opportunities and who desire job responsibilities in field operations ranging from project controls, craft management, safety, quality, planning, estimating, and contract administration. Your initial work assignments will complement your experiences and education, allowing you to make significant contributions to the project success. If you’re seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record you will find employment within our Oil, Gas, & Chemical market to be a fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefits.  

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

•     Monitor, forecast and communicate environmental costs at the project level.
•     Identify and obtain applicable permits and manage as required in the Environmental Management System (EMS).
•     Develop a comprehensive tracking matrix to capture all requirements.
•     Review and interpret environmental specifications and drawings.
•     Understand state and local regulations and review requirements.
•     Prepare site specific plans and submit required reports.
•     Provide input to work plans and participate in meetings.
•     Communicate with field crews to ensure understanding of project environmental requirements.
•     Identify project materials and vendors needed to support the environmental requirements at the project.
•     Conduct applicable environmental training and field inspections and identify environmental risks.
•     Organize data management and processes for projects and encourage production operations through development of new or existing programs.
•     Communicate with internal and external agencies or customers in regards to environmental procedures.
•     Coordinate, manage and implement project-wide environmental compliance programs and strategies at the project.
•     Maintain records of all requirements and monitor compliance tools.
•     Identify applicable environmental requirements at federal, state and local levels for the project which may include: hazardous waste, air quality, storm water, spill plans, etc.

Qualifications

•     Previous experience as an environmental coordinator may be required. Environmental coordinators must be organized and pay close attention to detail, as well as work effectively in a team setting and on their own with minimal supervision
•     Interest in EHS function in a construction project setting or applicable, preferred
•     Strong technical knowledge of environmental regulations
•     Experience setting up training programs
•     Familiarity with using computer and standard software
•     Effective communicaton