Airport Environmental Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Overview

Under general supervision, interfaces daily with the Program Manager in planning, managing and implementing the development of Airport activities subject to environmental laws and regulations; supports Program Manager in implementation of Environmental Affairs' stakeholder role in DFW's Sustainability Policy and implementation of DFW Airport's Environmental Management System and Environmental Policy and implements Best Management & Good Housekeeping Practices. Management may be exercised over contractors/consultants and a multi-disciplined in-house staff. Coordinates the activities of tenant airlines, businesses, governmental and other agencies. Develops and maintains schedules and budgets for all aspects of assigned airport environmental and development projects, including planning, resource management and operational implementation. Provides project documentation, quality control and scheduling as required for the administration and execution of each project (i.e. Capital funding documents, Official Board Actions, Work Authorizations, etc.).

What you will be doing:

• Receives, coordinates and implements the management of environmental and/or development projects as assigned by the respective Airport Environmental Affairs Department (EAD) Program Manager.

• Oversees internal staff and other consultants in the planning, proactive needs analysis, management and scheduling of projects in accordance with airport and environmental affairs design criteria and codes and reports any concerns/issues to the Program Manager; drives in Airfield Operations Area (AOA) and accesses all forms of construction in progress.

• Develops project task lists to define scope of work and budgets and schedules each task of the project task list.

• Assists in development of contractual scopes of work, contractual provisions, Official Board Actions and other documentation necessary for procurement process related to retaining consultants and contractors. Within the area of responsibility, serves as the airport contact for contractors and consultants; provides quality assurance/quality control function for work of contractors and consultants.

• Develops contingency/response plans for environmental emergencies; reviews staff response to emergencies and implements changes to plans and procedures based on review of staff performance; works to improve staff performance in responding to emergencies.

• Responds to environmental emergencies within area of responsibility; works with state and federal agencies in responding to environmental emergencies. Deploys emergency intervention devices such as booms, absorbent materials, and neutralizing agents.

• Designs and participates in field investigations of airport activities which affect the environment; oversees work of Environmental Analysts and consultants or contractors; participates in the performance of testing and sampling of soil, water, air, wastes.

• Research, reviews, and interprets environmental laws, rules, and regulations to determine their impacts on airport operations; works with the Program Manager to develop programs and procedures consistent with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Works

• with other departments affected by environmental requirements to ensure their understanding of and compliance with such requirements.

• Assists in the selection of a project team and leads the project team; answers question and gives daily guidance to team, responsible for the accuracy and quality of all technical work, responsible for written work submitted to the client.

• Assists in preparing proposals, reviewing requirements and contractual agreements and providing presentations to clients and regulatory agencies.

• Reviews, and resolves conflicts with, work orders, construction applications, lease agreements, and permits for compliance with environmental laws, rules, and regulations; may authorize work orders necessary to protect the environment and/or comply with environmental requirements.

• Manages project quality control, cost containment, timeliness and environmental compliance by task and project.

• Identify environmental concerns and formulate appropriate solutions in a timely manner to the program manager.

• Monitors and tracks project budget, estimates, schedules, status, performance and variances using appropriate tools and techniques and reports, coordinates and manages changes and approvals with the Program Manager.

• Interacts with airlines, airport tenants, FAA, city, state and federal agencies and other public agencies or interests on projects.

• Responsible for updating environmental data management and reporting systems; interacts with regulatory agencies on compliance issues; and coordinates tasks and activities with airport staff and clients as well as contractors and consultants.

• Researches, gathers and communicates environmental best practices and current and changing regulatory requirements.

• Develops, maintains and implements environmental procedures with approval from Program Manager, AVP and VP as appropriate.

• Assists with project management training development and delivery.

• Develop project plans for 3-6-month outlook.

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree in physical or life sciences, environmental science, engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.

• Four (4) years of professional experience in environmental operations, environmental analysis or environmental program administration.

• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.

• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license.

Special Requirements:

• Department may designate specific area(s) of environmental experience.

• Licenses and certifications required by state and federal agencies for the performance of these job duties must be obtained within the time specified by department. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment.

• Must obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge (badge) in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1500 et. Al. and DFW Airport's Airport Security Program within thirty (30) days from date of employment and maintain qualification for a SIDA badge upon each badge renewal.

• This is a designated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport's Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and Procedure. Applicants selected for this position will be required to pass a drug screening test prior to employment and to submit to drug screening on a random basis during the length of their employment in the safety sensitive position.

• This is a designated essential employee position as defined in the Categories and Classifications of Employees Policy of the Airport Administrative Policy and Procedure. This is defined as an employee whose attendance is required to maintain airport operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation.

• Fulfill all training requirements and activities in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 139 and Administrative Policy AO.014.01, Ground Vehicle Driver Training for Air Operations Area.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices applied in environmental and/or civil engineering, planning, design, construction and maintenance of airport-related facilities.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management.

• Ability to read and interpret environmental readings and governmental documents.

• Ability to coordinate and oversee the work of a team of professional and technical personnel, including contractors and consultants, in project implementation, and assess their work.

• Ability to detect and correct plan issues, variances and problems using standard change management practices.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective Customer Service/Stakeholder relationships with others inside and outside the organization.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to articulate and manage complex environmental, project and/or construction issues and schedules.

What we desire:

• Certification in any of the following: Project Management Professional (PMP), Corrective Action Project Manager (CAPM) or Registered Environmental Manager certification (REM)

Effort:

• Works primarily in an office environment; frequently making site visits. Occasionally works outdoors in inclement weather.

• Uses desktop or mobile computing interfaces.

• Operates environmental test and remediation equipment.

• Frequently exert forces equivalent to lifting 25 pounds and occasionally exerts forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Uses near-visual acuity in reading written documents, design drawings and statistical data.

• Uses substantial reasoning in problem solving and analysis.

• Exchanges information by telephone, in writing and in person.

• Drives to locations on and off Airport property, including driving in the Airfield Operations Area and accessing all forms of construction in progress.

About Us

We are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition. We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.

Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.

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