Location: North Platte, Nebraska

Rotation: 3 weeks on / 1 week off

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are hiring a Project Environmental Manager to support a large-scale transmission construction project in the North Central United States.

This is a site-based leadership role responsible for integrating environmental requirements directly into construction execution. You will work alongside construction leadership and field teams to ensure environmental performance is maintained while supporting project delivery.

This role is best suited for someone who is comfortable operating in an active construction environment, making real-time decisions, and working closely with field teams to manage environmental risk effectively.

What You’ll Do

• Lead environmental management activities across active construction work fronts
• Work directly with Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Managers to integrate environmental requirements into daily operations
• Interpret permits, approvals, and environmental commitments and translate them into clear, actionable direction for field teams
• Identify environmental risks and implement practical mitigation strategies aligned with construction schedules
• Provide leadership and guidance to Environmental Specialists on site
• Support incident response, including spill management, investigations, and corrective actions
• Oversee environmental programs including erosion and sediment control, SWPPP, wildlife management, access control, and reclamation
• Support environmental reporting, documentation, and project closeout activities
• Interface with clients and regulatory stakeholders as required

What You Bring

• 8+ years of environmental experience in construction, utilities, or industrial projects
• Experience working directly with construction teams in active project environments
• Strong understanding of environmental permitting, compliance, and field implementation
• Demonstrated ability to translate environmental requirements into practical field execution
• Experience leading or mentoring environmental staff
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
• Strong communication and coordination skills across field and project teams

Work Environment

This role operates on a 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation, supporting a live construction project. The position requires consistent on-site presence and collaboration with field and project teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Per diem (project-based)
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision)
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off
• Annual boot and clothing allowance
• Company phone and laptop

About Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

Forbes Bros. is a North American leader in transmission, distribution, and substation construction. We support complex infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States, with a focus on delivering safely, efficiently, and reliably in demanding field environments.