Atlas · 3 days ago
Senior Environmental Compliance Manager
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expAtlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. The Senior Environmental Compliance Manager leads and delivers environmental compliance services during design and construction for complex transportation and infrastructure projects, ensuring contractor and agency compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Manage environmental compliance programs for Sound Transit, WSDOT, and local agency transportation projects
Interpret and implement environmental permits, approvals, and commitments for complex capital projects, including:
Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401
ESA consultation and compliance
Critical Areas Ordinances and local permits
Fish-passage and mitigation requirements
Stormwater permits, SWPPP development, and erosion/sediment control
Serve as the primary environmental point of contact during construction, coordinating directly with Sound Transit and WSDOT staff, contractors, inspectors, and regulators
Develop, implement, and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), permit compliance matrices, and environmental commitment tracking systems consistent with Sound Transit and WSDOT requirements
Conduct construction site inspections, environmental compliance monitoring, and environmental training for contractor and field staff
Support design-build and progressive design-build delivery by identifying environmental risks early, advising construction teams, and recommending practical, field-ready solutions
Prepare compliance documentation, inspection reports, corrective action plans, and agency correspondence
Lead coordination with regulatory agencies (e.g., USACE, Ecology, WDFW, USFWS, NMFS) during construction
Mentor junior environmental compliance staff and support field team development
Contribute to QA/QC processes and continuous improvement of environmental compliance workflows for Sound Transit and WSDOT projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field
10+ years of experience in construction-phase environmental compliance, preferably on WSDOT and Sound Transit transportation projects
Demonstrated experience supporting heavy-civil, rail, roadway, bridge, and transit construction in Washington State
Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following: Construction environmental compliance, Stormwater and erosion control, Wetlands and waters permitting, ESA compliance and biological monitoring, Fish passage and mitigation implementation, Contaminated media management
Working knowledge of Sound Transit and WSDOT environmental requirements, specifications, and construction compliance expectations
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments and interface directly with contractors and agency staff
Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as CPESC, PWS, or similar preferred
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Voluntary life / AD&D
Disability benefits
Leaves of absence
401k
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance program
Company
Atlas
Atlas Technical Consultants (Atlas) provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services nationwide.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$145MKey Investors
Blackstone Credit
2023-01-31Acquired
2020-02-18Post Ipo Equity· $145M
2020-02-18IPO
Leadership Team
Giuseppe Robbiano
Chief Information Officer
Sarah Hilty
Chief Legal Officer
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