Environmental Consultant

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Location: Wilmington, NC

HB NEXT is seeking an Wilmington, NC based Environmental Consultant / NPDES Inspector to join one of our growing teams in North Carolina. The full-time candidate will be self-motivated, enjoy the outdoors, and appreciate flexible hours. HB NEXT is seeking a customer focused candidate with the ability to grow new markets and desire to be a part of a dedicated team of construction and inspection professionals.

Environmental Consultants are self-motivated and detail-oriented professionals who work outdoors in diverse environmental conditions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as consultants must collaborate effectively with on-site client staff. The role requires proficiency in documentation to ensure inspection reports are comprehensive, clearly identifying deficiencies, and recording resolutions promptly. While familiarity with construction is advantageous, it is not required. Effective time management and comfort with solitary work are important, as consultants often work independently and commute between project sites.

About Us:

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since 1999, HB NEXT (www.hbnext.com) has been supporting the residential and commercial construction industry across the U.S., by providing innovative SWPPP, NPDES, and safety inspection and compliance solutions.

Through our proprietary technology and integrated service offerings, HB NEXT helps our clients as well as their employees, contractors, and subcontractors to maintain compliance in a complicated and ever evolving OSHA, EPA, and DOT workplace. Comprehensive site-based inspections, virtual and in-person education & training, and numerous other consulting services tailored to the requirements of each client allow HB NEXT to accomplish these goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct stormwater and NPDES inspections on construction sites with local issuing authority mandates (7-day, 14-day, Post Rain).
• Collaborate with site personnel to ensure compliance with environmental regulations
• Document findings and provide recommendations using HB NEXT’s proprietary software
• Travel to various job sites across the region
• Acquire local environmental certifications within the first 60 days.
• Gain working knowledge of state and local General Permits and complete field training, including reading ES&CP plans, using inspection reporting platforms, and reviewing proper BMP installation and maintenance.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior construction or field inspection experience highly
• Reliable personal transportation
• Strong communication skills and a self-starter mindset
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to grow with the business and engage in continuous learning.
• Effective management of time and resources, with comfort in solitary work environments.

Benefits:

• Salary: $20/hr & Vehicle Reimbursement (Fixed + Mileage)
• Flexible hours
• Outdoor Work Environment
• Medical, dental, vision insurance after period
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• On the job training (OSHA, CPR First Aid)

Work Environment:

• This is a field-based role with most work performed outdoors on active construction sites.

Ready to take the next step in your environmental career? Apply now and become part of a team that’s making a difference in construction safety and compliance.