Manager of Environmental Construction

Salary: $130,954.85 Annually
Location : Boston, MA 02116
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-20938
Department: MBTA - Environmental Affairs
Area: 775-Environmental Affairs
Opening Date: 04/09/2025
Closing Date: 4/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Licenses / Certifications: None Required
Union Affiliation: STW Steelworkers
Safety Sensitive: No; this is not a Safety Sensitive position.
On-Call or 24/7: No; this position is not classified as on-call or 24/7.
Essential Classification (Emergency Staff): No; this position is classified as non-essential (during declared States of Emergency).

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA's core values are built around safety, service, equity, and sustainability and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.
Job Summary

The Manager of Environmental Construction will be responsible for ensuring all active MBTA construction activities comply with appliable environmental permits, reviews, approvals, and regulations associated with the MBTA's capital program. The selected candidate will be responsible for monitoring on-going construction projects for compliance with all permit conditions and all applicable state and federal environmental regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform field review and field inspections of ongoing construction projects to ensure compliance with permits and environmental regulations.
• Manage the process for ensuring compliance with all environmental permits that have been acquired for infrastructure projects, including but not limited to wetlands and waterways permits, endangered species approvals, historic resource issues, soil management issues and any other applicable state or federal environmental regulatory approvals.
• Interact with all applicable environmental agencies to assure compliance with all environmental regulations during the construction phase, with an emphasis on performing work in wetlands and natural resource areas, and compliance with historic regulations.
• Review and make recommendations for site specific and system-wide environmental compliance on the Authority's capital construction projects.
• Establish and implement training programs for Authority staff relating to environmental compliance issues.
• Assist facilities with completion, maintenance, and control of all environmental documentation.
• Assist MBTA Environmental Affairs in environmental permit and approval close out (at completion of projects) to document that all project mitigation and/or requirements have been met.
• Coordinate closely with other MBTA Environmental Affairs staff to ensure that permitting strategies and other reviews/approvals developed during the design phase align with MBTA's standard construction practices.
• Manage staff who will work on environmental permitting compliance during the construction phase.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Supervision

• Direct supervision of two (2) Environmental Compliance Officers.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Engineering Sciences, Environmental Planning, Environmental Management or other related field.
• Five (5) years professional experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations and requirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.
• One (1) year of supervisory, managerial, and/or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience in construction oversight
• Demonstrated experience in compliance with NEPA as well as Section 106 of the NHPA.
• Demonstrated experience in wetlands and natural resource conservation approvals.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend, supervise compliance of, and administer environmental laws and regulations relative to natural resource protection, soil management or historic preservation.
• Experience working with large-scale infrastructure design plans and specifications.
• Strong computer skill including the following: Adobe, Outlook, Microsoft Office programs, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and other relevant mapping systems.
• Ability to work seamlessly with other departments within the MBTA as well as external groups such as state and federal agencies, municipal governments as well as outside consultants and contractors.
• Strong analytical writing skills are essential; oral presentation skills are a significant plus.
• The ability to work with government and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Substitutions Include

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor's degree requirement.
• An associate degree from an accredited institution an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor's degree requirement.
• A master's degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Wetland Scientist, LEED AP, or Envision certifications.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.

Application Completion: It is each applicant's responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. Recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.

Application Deadlines: Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.

Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.

Work Eligibility: Although the MBTA is an all employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and on an unrestricted basis (the MBTA does not sponsor non-US citizens). However, if you have an unrestricted work authorization, or sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply for open positions. International students taking part in CPT / STEM / OPT programs through a university are eligible for internships and co-ops with the MBTA. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Interviews: Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview. In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.

Safety Sensitive Positions: Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.

On-call or 24/7 Positions: Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.

Essential / Emergency Staff: During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.

ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit

Employment Benefits at the MBTA

Full-Time Employees:

The MBTA offers comprehensive benefits packages to full-time employees. Types of benefits offered at the MBTA are subject to the union affiliation / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) of the position to which you apply. Benefits that may apply to your position include the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life (basic and supplemental), and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Retirement: Pension or deferred compensation 401(a), plus MBTA contributions
• Complimentary pass for travel on the MBTA transit system (bus, train, ferry, and Commuter Rail)
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for student loans
• Commuter Choice Parking Program: Pre-tax benefits for parking
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax benefits for healthcare-related expenses
• Discounted tickets for concerts, movies, travel / vacation, etc. via TicketsAtWork.com
• Shopping discounts via GovX.com
• Verizon and AT&T service discounts
• And more...

Internships:

Internship positions are not eligible for most MBTA Benefits. However, paid sick time may be incurred. Each intern also receives a complimentary pass for travel on the MBTA transit system (bus, train, ferry, and Commuter Rail) to use throughout the duration of their internship. Please contact the assigned Recruiter directly or email internships@mbta.com for more information.

Disclaimer:

The above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the MBTA, which may or may not apply to a specific position. This summary is not a contract andis not meant to change the provisions of union contracts or Authority policies and does not establish a binding practice. Please contact the assigned Recruiter directly or email hrstaffing@mbta.com for more information.

The MBTA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
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Which below best describes your education and experience?

• I did not attain a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A High School Diploma or GED with 12 years professional experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations and requirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.
• An Associate's Degree with 8 years professional experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations and requirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Engineering Sciences, Environmental Planning, Environmental Management or other related field with 5 years professional experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations andrequirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.
• A Master's Degree or higher in related field with 3 years professional experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations and requirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.

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Do you have 1 year of supervisory, managerial, and/or leadership experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please rate your proficiency with experience in construction oversight as well as experience in wetlands and natural resource conservation approvals.

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Expert

04

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question