Environmental Oversight During Construction

CORE Environmental Consultants provides full-service environmental construction oversight to ensure that regulated site activities—such as earthwork, demolition, utility installation, and foundation construction—are performed in accordance with environmental permits, remedial requirements, and applicable health and safety plans. Our trained field representatives serve as on-site eyes and ears, documenting compliance, protecting natural and human receptors, and resolving issues in real-time to avoid costly delays or violations.

From Brownfield redevelopment to infrastructure improvements, CORE ensures your project remains aligned with environmental commitments and ready for agency review.

When Is Environmental Construction Oversight Required?

Environmental oversight is typically required when:

• A site is under a Remedial Action Work Plan (RAWP), Site Management Plan (SMP), or Engineering Control
• The project is enrolled in the Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) or subject to Superfund, E-designation, or SEQRA/CEQR conditions
• Construction activities could affect asbestos, lead, PCBs, petroleum, or other contaminants
• Excavation, dewatering, or stockpiling may disturb regulated materials or infrastructure
• Dust, noise, vibration, stormwater, or air quality must be monitored under permit conditions
• Agencies require field documentation, CAMP, photo logs, and daily reporting

Oversight is often mandated by NYSDEC, NYCDOH, OER, or local municipalities and may be a prerequisite for obtaining final closure, reimbursement, or occupancy approvals.

What CORE Provides On-Site

Our field personnel provide hands-on environmental oversight tailored to each site’s requirements, including:

• Daily observation and documentation of construction activities with environmental implications
• Verification of conformance with RAWPs, SMPs, EAPs, and HASPs
• Contaminated soil and fill handling monitoring, including waste characterization, labeling, and manifesting
• Water and dewatering oversight, including containerization, discharge control, and treatment
• Dust, noise, odor, and vibration control verification
• Coordination with CAMP and air monitoring staff
• Documentation of Engineering Controls (e.g., vapor barriers, sub-slab systems)
• Photographic logs, daily field reports, and regulatory coordination
• Chain-of-custody for environmental samples (soil, water, vapor, etc.)
• Confirmatory sampling, endpoint inspections, and report integration

Our field staff are trained in HAZWOPER, sampling techniques, and agency documentation protocols.

Our Environmental Construction Oversight Process

1. Pre-Construction Planning
   We review the full set of project documents (plans, permits, RAWPs, and health and safety plans) to identify environmental sensitivities and monitoring obligations.
2. Field Deployment and Monitoring
   Our representatives mobilize during critical phases (e.g., excavation, barrier installation, backfill placement) to observe, verify, and document field conditions and contractor performance.
3. Real-Time Issue Resolution
   CORE communicates with site managers and contractors to immediately address deviations or risks—preventing violations, rework, or regulatory action.
4. Daily Reporting and Communication
   We provide daily logs, summary emails, and real-time updates with photo documentation and monitoring results.
5. Closeout and Agency Coordination
   Our oversight documentation supports remedial closeout, SMP compliance, environmental easement validation, and final approvals.

Compliance Framework

Our environmental oversight aligns with:

• NYSDEC DER-10
• Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) site reporting requirements
• Site Management Plans (SMPs) and Periodic Review Reports (PRRs)
• E-designation and CEQR Technical Manual compliance
• Local and state construction permit conditions
• OSHA HAZWOPER standards for personnel in contaminated areas
• Spill prevention and control measures for regulated materials

CORE ensures all data and reports meet submission requirements for regulators and clients alike.

✅ Why CORE?

✔ Experienced Field Representation
Our oversight personnel are trained environmental professionals—not just observers. They know what to look for, when to escalate, and how to protect the project timeline and budget.

✔ Regulatory Fluency
We understand the specific expectations of DEC, DOH, and local agencies, and we format our documentation to meet those standards.

✔ Integrated with Monitoring and Sampling
Our oversight often includes dust, air, vibration, and groundwater monitoring—streamlining reporting and simplifying contractor coordination.

✔ Focused on Practical Problem-Solving
We don’t just write reports—we help solve problems in the field, reduce downtime, and guide contractors toward compliance.