Kevin Boesch: Compliance Project Manager of Stormwater for SWCA Environmental Consultants

Joseph Blackman welcomed Kevin Boesch, the compliance project manager of Stormwater for SWCA Environmental Consultants, to the podcast where Kevin described their operational role acting as a "stop gap" between construction contractors and regulatory compliance, ensuring projects maintain clean standing regarding stormwater and dust control. Kevin discussed the importance of proactive communication, highlighting their work co-chairing the A Water stormwater committee to bridge the gap between regulators and the regulated community in a boardroom setting rather than through disputes in the field. Key talking points included Kevin's career transition from applied zoology and a state DEQ role into private consulting, the severe daily financial penalties associated with non-compliance, and the shifting of the industry away from obsolete methods toward modern, 21st-century Best Management Practices inspired by mentors like Luke Owens, Blue Snow, Wayne Cobbank, and Cheryl Millan. Additionally, Kevin addressed future industry needs, emphasizing the importance of human oversight over AI in compliance documentation, the ongoing challenge of an aging workforce, and the necessity of engaging stakeholders early to gain project buy-in. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.