2026
Comparably’s Best Company Outlook
Req ID: 14744
Senior Environmental Inspector - Plant Salvage Field Supervisor
Environment
Mobile
Department
Compliance Services
Location
Las Vegas, NV
About the opportunity
SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a qualified Senior Environmental Inspector - Plant Salvage Field Supervisor to be located in southern Nevada. This role supports a large-scale linear construction project by leading plant salvage and restoration efforts, with a focus on protected species such as cactus and yucca in arid environments.
The Senior Environmental Inspector - Plant Salvage Field Supervisor serves as the critical interface between environmental compliance requirements and active construction operations, ensuring that salvage activities are executed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with federal, state, and project-specific permit requirements.
This posting is intended to build a candidate pipeline for upcoming work. Project timing, duration, and location will vary based on client needs.
What you will accomplish
- Lead and oversee plant salvage operations (e.g., cactus, yucca, and other sensitive desert species)
- Coordinate salvage sequencing with construction schedules
- Implement Biological Opinions, Plans of Development, permits, and agency stipulations
- Supervise salvage crews and subcontractors
- Establish salvage, staging, and replanting areas
- Ensure compliance with BLM, USFWS, and client requirements
- Track salvage metrics and success rates
- Utilize GIS, GPS, and digital data platforms
- Develop adaptive management strategies
- Coordinate with environmental and construction teams
- Maintain safety and develop hazard plans
- Support post-construction monitoring and restoration
Experience and qualifications for success
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Experience with desert plant salvage (preferred)
- Knowledge of BLM and USFWS requirements
- Experience managing field crews including subcontractors and vendors
- Understanding of construction workflows
- Ability to implement permit conditions
- Experience with GIS and data platforms
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Ability to work in remote environments
- Valid driver’s license and clean record
- Ability to pass background check and screening
Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements
This position is subject to pre-employment, post-incident, and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with client requirements and applicable regulations.
Candidates must be able to:
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening
- Participate in random testing programs
- Comply with post-incident and reasonable suspicion testing
- Meet all site-specific safety and substance policies
- Failure to comply may result in disqualification or removal from a project.
SWCA is committed to salary equity and pay transparency for all employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA provides good‑faith pay ranges in all advertised job postings to promote equitable and transparent compensation practices.
This position can expect an hourly pay range of $28.00 – $42.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual pay within this range will be determined based on factors permitted by law, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business and client needs. Certain client project contracts may offer a premium pay rate above the base hourly rate when applicable.
EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success
This position is eligible for our wellness paid time off, employee assistance program and wellness program activities.
SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.
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SWCA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and supports workplace diversity. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled candidates are encouraged to apply. For more info, visit our EEO Policy
Notice to Third Party Agencies: SWCA will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to SWCA, including unsolicited resumes sent to an SWCA mailing address, fax machine, or email address, directly to SWCA employees, or to SWCA’s resume database, will be considered SWCA’s property. SWCA will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. By submitting an unsolicited resume, a recruiter or employment agency agrees to these terms. Without a valid fully executed contract for service, SWCA will not pay a fee to any recruiter or employment agency.
