Environmental Compliance Specialist II

Dudek

Environmental Compliance Specialist performing stormwater inspections and providing regulatory guidance for construction projects in Wisconsin. Engaging with contractors and supporting environmental compliance from a hybrid location.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $35 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct routine weekly stormwater inspections and storm event triggered inspections at active construction sites in accordance with applicable permit requirements and site-specific SWMPs
Identify BMP deficiencies and non-compliance conditions; communicate findings clearly and professionally with on-site construction personnel and clients
Discuss corrective actions directly with contractors and site superintendents in the field; follow up to verify implementation
Complete, maintain, and submit inspection reports, SWMP amendments, and other compliance documentation accurately and on schedule
Verify site compliance with SWMP, erosion control plans, maps, and applicable permit conditions
Advise project management on BMP implementation status and outstanding compliance issues
Facilitate and lead SWMP-related training and toolbox talks for construction site staff as needed
Provide clients with regulatory guidance and compliance support across a broad range of environmental programs, including stormwater (CGP/WPDES), SPCC, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, and RCRA/hazardous materials
Assist clients in identifying all permits and approvals required for construction, including associated timelines and application requirements; familiarity with local permitting requirements such as building, grading, electrical, and hauling permits is expected
Assist clients in evaluating site suitability and identifying environmental constraints or permit triggers during project planning and pre-construction phases
Support preparation and review of compliance documents including SWMPs, NOIs, NOT filings, spill prevention and response plans, and environmental resource reports
Identify optimal project locations based on environmental sensitivity, regulatory overlap, and construction feasibility
Monitor ongoing project compliance post-construction, including permit closeout, SWPPP termination, and long-term stormwater management requirements
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations across multiple disciplines, including Clean Water Act Sections 404/401, NEPA, ESA, NHPA Section 106, and applicable Wisconsin DNR regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) or more years of field construction environmental compliance or stormwater inspection experience
Must be located in Madison, Wisconsin, with willingness and ability to travel throughout the state
Demonstrated comfort working in active construction environments; ability to communicate effectively and professionally with contractors, project managers, and agency personnel
Working knowledge of stormwater regulations, NPDES permit requirements, and BMP implementation at construction sites
Broad familiarity with construction environmental compliance disciplines including stormwater (CGP/WPDES), SPCC, biological resources, cultural resources, solid/hazardous waste (RCRA), air quality, and general federal and state environmental permitting
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare clear, accurate inspection reports and compliance documentation
Strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to work effectively in a remote environment
Capable of field work including walking long distances on uneven or difficult terrain in variable weather conditions
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

stormwater inspectionBMP implementationenvironmental complianceNPDES permit requirementsSWMP preparationcompliance documentationenvironmental resource reportspermit closeoutspills prevention and response plansregulatory guidance

Soft Skills

communication skillsprofessionalismleadershiptraining facilitationproblem-solvingattention to detailinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsfieldwork capabilityteam collaboration

Certifications

valid driver's licensepersonal automobile liability insurance