Geotechnical Project Engineer 1

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to work with the Power Generation Business Sector on primarily renewable energy projects and when needed other regional projects. GAI Consultants Inc. offers its employees upon approval by supervisors the ability to work remotely or in a hybrid setting and this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-oriented environment that will utilize their college education and past work experience to develop professionally into a well-rounded engineer with the ability to grow in todays environment.

Your responsibilities in this position will include civil site work including design permitting construction activities as well as beginning to develop client management and business development strategies.

General Characteristics

• Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization.
• Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions.
• Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their practice and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of projects.
• Leads projects of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project.
• Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering.
• Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to workin outdoor environments under varying weather conditions including extreme heat cold rain and rugged toactive construction sites.
• Capable of walking hiking or standing for extended periods during fieldandsite visits.
• Must be able to lift andcarrytoolsequipmenttechnical samples documents andother materials weighing up to 4050 pounds.
• Frequent bending crouching and climbing may berequiredduring fieldwork and sample collection.
• Ability to safelyoperateand wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets safety glasses gloveshearing protectionand bootsas required by site safety protocols.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity to handletechnicaltools read maps and instrumentsobservesite conditionsand document findings accurately.
• Comfortable working in remote or isolated locations sometimes for extended durations.
• Comfortable working in confined spacesand/oratheights as required by specific project sites.
• May require driving long distances to field sites and operating vehicles on unpaved or uneven roads.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 10 Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Valid Drivers License
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License reciprocity in multiple states.

Technical Responsibilities

• Occasionally serves as the technical advisor in the application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned area.
• Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the practice for the purpose of recommending changes in projects or applications.
• Occasionally develops new techniques and/or improved processes materials or products.

Project and Task Management

• Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians.
• Plans schedules and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects.
• Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering projects.
• Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them.
• Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures

Management Responsibility

• Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
• Mentors senior staff.
• Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity curiosity flexibility and dependability in staff

Communication Skills

• Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications.
• Represents their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations.
• Routinely interacts with organizational leaders clients officials contractors and others.
• Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership

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 -âGAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShort-TermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidaysâ
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Required Experience:

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