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Environmental Specialist 1

GAI Consultants
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Description

GAI Consultants is currently looking for an Environmental Specialist to join our Indianapolis or Fishers office. The Project Environmental Specialist's primary work responsibility will be to conduct stormwater and other regulated waters permitting documentation, including erosion and sediment control inspection, stormwater pollution prevention plan modifications, and documentation of environmental resources for Transportation-related projects. The position will assist in compiling data, preparing water reports, and permitting documents directed by Task Managers and Project Managers.

Responsibilities :

  • Complete construction inspections, erosion control monitoring, and environmental marking and staking
  • Preparation of permit applications and reviews
  • Assist with field data collection and wetland delineations
  • Gain knowledge of regulatory requirements and complete basic regulatory agency applications
  • Assist with environmental report preparation and other NEPA work as needed
  • Other duties as assigned.

Some travel is required for this position and will predominantly be day trips related to fieldwork and construction site visits (overnight possible, but infrequent). Most travel will be within the State of Indiana. All-season safe-condition travel is a requisite. Night-time driving is possible, particularly in winter and during limited daylight periods of the year. Off-road driving on or to construction sites is occasionally required.

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.

  • The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell.
  • The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
  • The employee must wear Personal Protective Equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.
  • The work environment will include indoor and outdoor settings.
  • The physical demands and work characteristics described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform this job's essential functions.
  • General Characteristics

  • Begins to demonstrate critical thinking skills, works on small projects or portions of larger projects; assist Task Managers with aspectsof projects; proactively implements Quality Management System (QMS) forproject deliverables.
  • Minimum Years of Experience

  • 4 Years Experience
  • Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences orsimilar field of study
  • Technical Responsibilities

  • Working towards leading field studies and data collection; Generates well written, technically sound documents with little assistance from senior staff and requiring minor edits; Agency interface; Data analysis and interpretation; Acquires ability to research Federal, State, and local applicable environmental regulations and guidance and applies them to project specifics; extensive knowledge of wetland delineations; wetland restoration and wetland design; ecological field surveys; endangered species surveys (understand the requirements of the endangered species act, understand when and how to consult with these agencies, and have working knowledge of the species within the area we work), and duties as required; May become specialized within a specific discipline; receives technical training for career enhancement.
  • Project and Task Management

  • Works as a part of a team and coordinates work with others.
  • Assists in determining schedule and budget requirements.
  • Management Responsibility

  • Assigning and overseeing tasks under the direct supervision ofthe task manager and maintaining budgets and schedules; keeping very close communication with Task Managers; assisting Project Managers or Task Manager withproposal preparation; scopes of work and project component cost estimates.
  • Guidance and oversight from Task Managers and Project Managers.
  • No managerial responsibilities at this level.
  • Communication Skills

  • Possess effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staffs; interact with clients with close oversight, interacts closely with Project Managers and various Department Managerial Staff, performs well with client communications.
  • 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 that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

    GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

    Benefits To Working at GAI Include :

  • Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
  • New paid Maternity / Paternity / Adoption program
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Qualifications

    Education Bachelors of Environmental and Earth Science (required)

    Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required)

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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