GAI Consultants is seeking an Environmental Engineer with experience in Permitting and Field Compliance to be based out of our Cranberry Township office, Pennsylvania, within our Energy Business Unit. Applicants should enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. This position will afford an excellent opportunity for the individual to expand their experience and knowledge base in federal and state environmental regulations and methodologies in primarily in Pennsylvania, but also with opportunities in West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, and other States.

The successful candidate will serve in a experienced role and perform, with minimal supervision, various assignments including, but not limited to those listed below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Review and understand specifications, permits, permit conditions, permitting modifications, etc. for air and water quality projects on a local, state and federal level.
• Assist with environmental reporting and recordkeeping related to the items above and prepare and review periodic monitoring reports based upon field observations provided by others.
• Assist with the preparation of various environmental requests such as sound studies, wetland and stream delineation reports, and erosion and sediment control plans.
• Assist with erosion and sediment (E&S) control and stormwater plans associated with both site and linear construction Projects.
• Performing in-field assistance with E&S controls on various types of construction Projects (linear and site-based) while working independently.
• Agree and adhere to the Health and Safety requirements of GAI Consultants and GAI’s clients.
• Maintain QA/QC standards and adhere to the Quality Management System procedures of GAI Consultants and the quality procedures of GAI’s clients.

Qualifications

1) Approximately six to ten years of experience with environmental permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping related to air and water quality.
2) Excellent written and verbal communication skills and technical writing ability.
3) Ability to utilize electronic location devices (such as a GPS) to collect data tied to a Project location.
4) Candidate must be proficient in using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, and MS Office applications and be familiar with report, database, and form completion through both MS Word applications (e.g., Access, SQL) and online programs.
5) A valid driver’s license along with ability to pass required screening to drive a GAI vehicle.
6) Must be flexible. Travel will be expected as part of this position. Ability to drive distances of potentially 4-6+ hours round trip and with minimal overnight stays out of town being required.

Required:

7) A Bachelors (B.S.) degree from an accredited college with an environmental engineering focus.
8) six plus years of demonstrated experience in environmental permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping.
9) Four or more years of demonstrated experience in environmental field compliance and reporting.
10) Previous experience performing sound level studies, including modeling, for clients.
11) Experience performing Environmental Due Diligence (Phase I ESAs) site assessments.
12) Experience with Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
13) Knowledge of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations and permitting and familiarity with environmental agency E&S control guidelines and best management practice (BMP) designs, construction, and maintenance. Consideration will be given to candidates that can demonstrate experience and comprehension of E&S control BMP concepts, designs, and maintenance requirements.
14) Past experience working with an environmental review agency (e.g. state or local conservation district) either for the agency or with the agency as a consultant or owner.
15) Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or GIS, particularly ArcGIS.

Physical Demands and/or Other Job Information:

• Ability to walk moderate distances through unimproved terrain, utility rights-of-way, in remote areas, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to hear and visualize potential hazards during fieldwork or site visit situations.
• GAI Consultants prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screening.

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
• Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 6+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Technical Responsibilities

• Designs a complete project, system, component, or process.
• Prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
• Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Project and Task Management
• Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?  

GAI offers skilled professionals like you 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 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 team that’s 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 Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use 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