Project Environmental Specialist 1
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
GAI Consultants is seeking an individual with 10 years of experience to provide advanced experience and team leadership in environmental studies and permitting and/or siting studies. The Project Environmental Specialist 1s primary work responsibility will be to provide task leadership for siting permitting and documentation efforts relating to environmental resources for electric transmission projects. This position will work under the direction of a Project Manager. The Project Environmental Specialist 1 will also be responsible for coordination with clients and regulatory agencies proposal preparation and cost estimating and quality control reviews.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead transmission line siting investigation tasks and prepare siting documentation for regulatory review.
- Lead environmental resource investigation tasks and prepare permit applications and associated environmental reports.
- Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
- Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies.
- Coordinate and lead environmental field surveys including but not limited to wetland and stream delineations endangered species surveys environmental inspections and compliance monitoring.
- Strong technical writing ability.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Must be able to travel including overnight trips. Travel is estimated to occur monthly but may vary. Travel to clients projects and meetings up to 50%.
- Provide status and progress reports to customers project teams and management.
- Coordinate implementation and compliance with safety protocols and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience in siting and/or environmental studies and permitting.
- Experience in preparing siting documentation for state or federal regulatory agencies preferred.
- Experience in preparing Section 404/401 and Section 10 permit applications. Experience with state permitting requirements (including waterbody floodplain and SWPPP permits) in TX OK or LA.
- Technical expertise and experience in an environmental or socioeconomic field.
Preferred
- Experience in wetland delineation function and value assessment mitigation design endangered species surveys and/or GIS applications is a plus.
General Characteristics
- Begins assisting Task Managers and Project Manager as needed on technical aspects of the project; well-rounded in aspects of consulting and the industry.
Minimum Years of Experience
- 10 Years of Experience
Education
- Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences orâsimilar field of study
Certification/Licensure
- Drivers License required
Technical Responsibilities
- Begins to learn specialized knowledge in theâenvironmental sciences gained through advanced degree or extensive experience in the field: Oversight of task managers; Coordination of project tasks; Reviews project documents; Carries out complex assignments requiring industry-current techniques orâprocedures; Agency and subconsultant interface; Focus on data analysis interpretation and review; Serves as a peer advisor withâregards to area of specialization; mentors juniorâstaff.
Project and Task Management
- Begins to perform task management.
Management Responsibility
- Begins to assist with the supervision ofâtechnical studies within assigned tasks; Can serve asâtask manager on small toâmedium tasks requiring specialized technical expertise; Maintains GAIs procedures and protocols; Assists with identifying and scoping technical studies required for projects.
- Guidance and oversight from Project Managers and task managers in specific environmental areas.
Communication Skills
- Possess effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff; interacts with Project and Task Managers and various Department Managerial Staff interacts with clients on technical issues at regular project meetings.
Why GAIââ
GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work grow lead and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthatscommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.ââ
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:ââ
Competitive Pay & Recognition
- Marketbased competitive compensation
- Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
- Medical dental and vision plans
- Companypaid short-term and long-term disability
- Companypaid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful WorkLife Balance
- Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
- Anadditionalfloating holidayuse it for what matters to you
- Paid maternity paternity and adoption leave
Growth Learning & Financial Security
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
GAI is a planning, engineering & environmental consulting firm serving clients in the energy, transportation, development, government & industrial markets.
