Assistant Environmental Director

GAI Consultants Inc is seeking a Assistant Environmental Director. In this position you will oversee a small team and work to develop it identifying and onboarding new hires and mentoring the existing team of biologists/environmental specialist.

As Director of Natural Resources you will:

• Oversee a small team and work to develop it identifying and onboarding new hires and mentoring the existing team of biologists/environmental specialist.
• Drive technical reporting and project oversight to ensure the team is meeting quality standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients in the Energy Sector Transportation/Government Sectors as well as industry associations.
• Attend industry association meetings and networking events to market the company and further the company brand.

As Director of Natural Resources you are:

• A trusted leader skilled in mentoring a biology and natural resources team with a passion for building community relationships through networking and a visible leadership presence. Are excited and motivated to help a business grow to its fullest potential.
• An expert in biological ecological NEPA and environmental issues have successfully managed multiple large and complex projects from start to finish.
• A team leader you have experience in building developing and mentoring a team.
• Happy being on the road visiting job sites meeting with potential customers and referral partners and able to travel.
• Relationship driven you enjoy attending networking events and building relationships.

As Director of Natural Resources you have:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Studies Ecology Biology Fish and Wildlife Science Natural Resource Science or related field.
• Experience working in the environmental or biological science industry.
• You have proven expertise with environmental construction permitting (NEPA) and can contribute to the proposal process oversee regulatory matters and provide guidance to the team.

General Characteristics

Serves as a mentor or advisor on project team as needed; well rounded with aspects of consulting industry standards and Company protocols; setspriorities and reconciles directions from competing interests required to participate in professional societies andindustry associations.

Minimum Years of Experience

20 Years of Experience

Education

Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences orsimilar field of study

Technical Responsibilities

Should have advanced knowledge of appropriate analyses regulation and study protocols to meet clientneeds.

Project and Task Management

May manage projects up to $250000 in yearly value without GAI Presidents approval but is a small component of overall work.

Management Responsibility

Initiates and manages client relationships; Serves as Client Manager and leads Business Development Initiatives; Serves as an assistant to the Environmental Director; Senior Director or Officer. Assists with the Responsibilities of the Group or Business Sector Assists the group with objectives and requirements; Serves as a leader within a Group or Department; receives administrative support and direction from higherlevel officials of the Company.

Continues to manage staff with diverse skills and has afocus on supporting career path and technical growth.

Communication Skills

Routinely interacts with clients customers government officials contractors and others; leads project and group meetings and presentations; possess marketing and sales skills; represents Company in a positive light; interacts with Project Managers and leaders of the Company onaregular basis; attends meetings with higherlevel officials of the company on Group/Department status including financials.

Why GAI

At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to work grow lead and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive salary GAI is committed to paying marketbased salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShortTermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)

NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program

Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidays

401k company match

Required Experience:

Director