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# Qualified SWPPP Developer

- **Company:** BKF Engineers
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Swppp, Data Management
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/3ba2e857-23da-46b8-afc1-41a3ffc58f83/qualified-swppp-developer-qsd-senior-environmental-compliance-specialist

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field

 * Current QSP certification required; QSD certification preferred

 * Minimum 8 years of experience in stormwater compliance, environmental inspection, or construction environmental services

 * Strong knowledge of California Construction General Permit (CGP), SWPPPs, BMP implementation, stormwater monitoring, and regulatory reporting

 * Experience supporting transportation, utility, municipal, water, or civil infrastructure projects

 * Ability to independently manage multiple projects and field assignments

 * Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills

 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic stormwater reporting systems

 * Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout California

Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

## Description

BKF Engineers is seeking an experienced Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) to support construction-phase environmental compliance services throughout California. The ideal candidate will have approximately 8+ years of experience managing stormwater compliance programs, conducting construction inspections, implementing Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), coordinating with contractors and agency personnel, and serving as a trusted advisor to project teams. This position will play a key role in helping clients maintain compliance with California's Construction General Permit while supporting BKF's multidisciplinary transportation, municipal, utility, and infrastructure projects., * Serve as the designated QSD & QSP for construction projects in accordance with California Construction General Permit requirements

 * Conduct routine and rain event inspections, site assessments, and compliance audits
 * Implement and oversee SWPPP requirements, BMPs, erosion and sediment control measures, and corrective actions
 * Review project sites for permit compliance and identify potential environmental risks
 * Coordinate with contractors, construction managers, regulatory agencies, and client representatives to resolve stormwater compliance issues
 * Prepare inspection reports, corrective action reports, sampling records, rainfall documentation, and regulatory correspondence
 * Perform stormwater monitoring, sampling, data management, and QA/QC review of field documentation
 * Assist in the preparation, review, and amendment of SWPPPs and Permit Registration Documents (PRDs)
 * Provide technical support related to dewatering activities, spill prevention planning, hazardous materials management, and environmental compliance during construction
 * Support proposal development, scope preparation, cost estimating, and project pursuits
 * Mentor and train junior inspectors and environmental compliance staff
 * Collaborate with BKF project managers, engineers, and environmental specialists


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